Contract General Labor Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

This role combines general labor duties with hands-on trailer mechanic work to support a busy trucking and warehousing operation. You service and repair semi-trailers, assist with refinements to the fleet, and use hand and power tools to complete a variety of maintenance tasks. Training is provided, making this a strong opportunity for someone who is mechanically inclined and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair semi-trailers as part of ongoing fleet maintenance and refinement efforts.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks such as changing brakes, replacing panels, and completing other trailer repair work as directed.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively to complete general labor and mechanical assignments.
• Inspect trailers for wear, damage, and safety issues and report findings to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow work instructions and training guidelines to ensure repairs meet quality and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including tools, equipment, and parts.
• Support general labor tasks in the facility as needed to keep operations running smoothly.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and company policies while working in the shop and around equipment.

Essential Skills

• Experience or strong interest in general labor work in an industrial, warehouse, or shop setting.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn trailer repair tasks such as brake changes and panel replacement.
• Ability to use basic hand tools safely and correctly.
• Willingness to learn how to operate and handle power tools under supervision and training.
• Capability to perform physical tasks, including standing for extended periods, lifting, and working with tools and equipment.
• Reliability to work a consistent Monday through Friday daytime schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a mechanic, maintenance, or trailer repair role is beneficial but not required.
• Comfort working around semi-trucks, trailers, and related equipment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to safety and willingness to follow established procedures and guidelines.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable operation with regular weekday hours, where you receive on-the-job training to build mechanical skills and grow your experience. The environment values reliability, safety, and teamwork, giving you the chance to develop hands-on expertise with semi-trailers while contributing to a key part of the transportation and warehousing process.

Work Environment

This role is based in a trucking and warehousing setting, working primarily in and around a shop area with semi-trailers and related equipment. The schedule runs Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., offering consistent daytime hours. You work with hand and power tools and may be exposed to typical shop and warehouse conditions such as noise, moving vehicles, and varying temperatures. The environment emphasizes safety practices and proper use of tools and equipment while performing physical, hands-on tasks.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Davenport, IA.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $17.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Davenport,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.