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Water Spider Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

VA · On-site

Serve as back up to water spider as needed * Perform other duties as designated by management * 4+ years of experience with a High school diploma or equivalent required. * Prior experience in a ...

VA · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Serve as back up to water spider as needed * Perform other duties as designated by management Qualifications * Must be able to work under 2nd shift hours. * 4+ years of experience with a high school ...

VA · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Serve as back up to water spider as needed * Perform other duties as designated by management * Must be able to work under 2nd shift hours. * 4+ years of experience with a high school diploma or ...

VA · On-site

Serve as back up to water spider as needed * Perform other duties as designated by management Qualifications * 4+ years of experience with a High school diploma or equivalent required. * Prior ...

... restrooms and water fountains; and reporting any unsafe equipment or conditions found in the ... Cleans the outside of the building by removing spider webs, cleaning light fixtures; and cleaning ...

Warehouse Stock Clerk

Danville, VA · On-site

$15.04 - $18.05/hr

... Water & Gas, Electric, and Communication; and keying in issues on the computer terminal. * Puts up ... spider webs; taking the trash out to the dumpster; picking up pallets; and cutting off box tops.

Custodian - 2nd Shift

Danville, VA · On-site

$15.04 - $18.05/hr

... and water fountains; and reporting any unsafe equipment or conditions found in the building ... Cleans the outside of the building by removing spider webs, cleaning light fixtures; and cleaning ...

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How much do water spider jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for water spider in Virginia is $86,052.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,000.00 and $109,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a water spider?

A Water Spider is a crucial support role in manufacturing and warehouse environments, responsible for keeping workstations stocked with materials and supplies. Their primary task is to ensure a smooth workflow by replenishing inventory, transporting materials, and minimizing production downtime. By efficiently managing supplies and reducing the need for workers to leave their stations, Water Spiders help improve productivity and maintain a steady production process. This role requires attention to detail, organization, and the ability to move quickly between different areas.

What does a water spider do?

A typical day for a Water Spider involves circulating throughout the production floor to ensure that workstations are stocked with the necessary materials, tools, and components without interrupting the flow of work. You'll work closely with production operators, warehouse staff, and supervisors to anticipate needs and quickly resolve any shortages. The job often requires moving between different departments, responding to requests, and keeping accurate records of material usage. This role is vital for keeping production lines running efficiently and can provide excellent exposure to various aspects of manufacturing operations, offering valuable experience for those interested in advancing into production leadership roles.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a water spider?

To thrive as a Water Spider, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of manufacturing workflows, often supported by experience in warehouse or production environments. Familiarity with inventory management systems, hand-held scanners, and basic material handling equipment is typically required. Effective communication, time management, and the ability to multitask are important soft skills that help manage changing priorities and collaborate with multiple teams. These skills ensure the timely delivery of materials and smooth workflow, which are crucial for minimizing production delays and maximizing efficiency.

What are the most commonly searched types of Water Spider jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Water Spider jobs in Virginia are:

Infographic showing various Water Spider job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $86,052 per year, or $41.4 per hour.

Lean Marketplace Attendant - (Richmond - Ruther Glen, VA)

M.C. Dean, Inc

VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago


M.C. Dean rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

267th of 450 rated engineering


Job description

About Modular Mission Critical
ModularMission Critical™ is the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean’s complex, modular product line for datacenters and critical infrastructure. Located just north of Richmond, VA, this site is growing fast serving customers worldwide. Important openings include assemblers for our production lines and engineers and designers for products and continuous improvement. Join M.C. Dean’s more than 9,000 employees around the world making an impact through innovations in power and technology.

Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment for employees to build long-term careers.


The Marketplace attendant is a hands-on role critical to the success of LEAN Manufacturing and Marketplace utilization. This position ensures that materials and supplies are received and stocked correctly in the Marketplace; inventory levels are tracked properly, and Metrics are tracked to support the Marketplace operations and the MMC's continuous production flow.

  • Must obtain Material Handling Equipment Certification
  • Stock materials from receiving into the Marketplace.
  • Replenish minimarket inventory bins that come in from material routes.
  • Must perform cycle counts as directed by Inventory Coordinator
  • Ensure inventory transactions are completed in the DWS management system
  • Assist with Ad-hoc material requests to keep production flowing
  • Assist in implementation of PFEP and 5S disciplines
  • Audit Inventory levels to maintain accurate visual signals and system signals
  • Support 2nd shift marketplace team as needed (shift changes when needed)
  • Support in initial implementation of minimarkets on production lines
  • Track defects and errors on metric boards with the Inventory Coordinator
  • Respond quickly and accurately to Kanban signals and replenishment needs
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
  • Provide feedback to the Coordinator and Manager on process or flow issues.
  • Serve as back up to water spider as needed
  • Perform other duties as designated by management

  • 4+ years of experience with a High school diploma or equivalent required.

  • Prior experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or material-handling role.

  • Strong attention to detail, organization, reliability, and teamwork.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

  • A competitive salary

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • 401k Retirement Plan

  • Military Reserve pay offset

  • Paid maternity leave

Abilities

  • The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
  • Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
  • Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
  • Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
  • Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
  • May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
  • Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.  It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
  • Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
  • Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
  • See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  • Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Why Join M.C. Dean?

  • Work with a company committed to innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Be part of a growing team with opportunities for advancement.
  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Join a global workforce of over 8,000 employees.

Learn more about us at www.mcdean.com

Apply today and help us expand the future of lean manufacturing at our Ruther Glen campus!



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About M.C. Dean

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M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most recognizable mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. The company's capabilities include electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life-safety, instrumentation and control, and command and control systems. M.C. Dean is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, and employs more than 5,100 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability.

Industry

Engineering professional services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tysons, VA, US

Year founded

1949

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