General Laborer

Location: Equipment & Assembly Facility – Pittsburgh, PA

About the role

This role supports the assembly, testing, reconditioning, and movement of equipment used in environmental protection systems. It’s a hands-on opportunity for someone looking to build skills in a manufacturing and industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Support equipment assembly and reconditioning of standard products and small systems
• Assist with pressure testing of assembled units
• Cut, thread, assemble, and test carbon steel, stainless steel, and plastic pipe (1”–4”)
• Load, unload, and move materials using fork trucks, jib hoists, and overhead cranes
• Assist with receiving, material verification, and warehousing duties
• Weigh and load carbon into small systems as needed
• Maintain and prepare service equipment returned from customer sites
• Use hand tools and small power tools safely
• Perform general shop support duties to maintain a clean, safe work environment

This role includes varied, active work—no two days look the same.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of general or industrial labor experience
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to read basic instructions and drawings
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing or shop environment
• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures
• Reliable attendance and teamwork mindset

Schedule

• Monday–Friday: Day and afternoon shift rotation (details reviewed during screening)
• Overtime opportunities based on business needs

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with structured wage progression
• Shift Differential: Additional $3.00 per hour for qualifying shifts
• Excellent benefits starting Day 1, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage
  • 401(k) with generous company match
  • Paid time off (vacation starting at 3 weeks)
  • Tuition reimbursement and learning opportunities
  • Wellness programs and employee events

About Calgon Carbon

With more than 80 years of innovation and 200+ patents, Calgon Carbon designs and manufactures activated carbon solutions used worldwide for environmental protection. Our Equipment & Assembly facility plays a key role in building and maintaining these systems.