Shop Helper

Job Title: Shop Helper


Job Description


The Shop Helper, working on the 2nd shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, plays a crucial role in supporting an overhead crane manufacturing environment. The role involves assisting with rigging, crane operation, steel blasting, towing/trailer movement, and general shop tasks. This position requires mechanical aptitude, comfort with hand tools, and the ability to perform physical labor.


Responsibilities


+ Assist with rigging, material movement, steel blasting, and fabrication support.

+ Operate overhead cranes and tow trailers when needed.

+ Support technicians with general shop duties.

+ Maintain a clean, organized shop and storeroom.

+ Perform basic mechanical tasks using hand tools.

+ Follow safety procedures and report issues to supervision.


Essential Skills


+ Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools.

+ Ability to assist with rigging and operate overhead cranes.

+ Comfort with basic fabrication support and steel blasting.

+ Ability to tow and help move trailers/equipment.

+ Forklift operation skills.

+ Physical capability for heavy labor.

+ Strong work ethic and reliability.

+ Willingness to work 2nd shift (3 PM–11:30 PM).


Additional Skills & Qualifications


+ High School Diploma or GED.

+ Grinding and polishing of metal components.

+ Tractor trailer handling experience for moving equipment or materials.

+ Basic fabrication abilities to support welding or mechanical teams.


Why Work Here?


Enjoy competitive pay with consistent opportunities for overtime, including same-day pay for overtime hours. Benefit from full medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a 401(k) retirement plan featuring company participation. Experience a clear path for advancement with hands-on cross-training across fabrication, electrical, and mechanical tasks. Work alongside highly skilled tradespeople in a stable, long-term career environment with consistent production volume.


Work Environment


This role is a 2nd shift opportunity from Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, in an open floor fabrication shop environment. The industrial setting provides exposure to large-scale equipment and overhead crane systems.


Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Tonawanda, NY.


Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.


Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)


Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tonawanda,NY.


Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 15, 2026.


About Aerotek:


We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.