Laborer (1st Shift)

Company Overview

Founded and family‑owned since 1896, Rhoads Industries is a total solution provider of industrial fabrication, mechanical/maintenance and maritime services. In addition to field service and project skilled labor, Rhoads has expansive shipyard facilities and over 300,000 sq ft of heavy manufacturing space located in The Navy Yard in Philadelphia. Rhoads’ capabilities enable customers to achieve superior results by deploying a diverse, highly skilled workforce and fabrication capabilities across commercial, government and maritime projects, backed by state‑of‑the‑art resources and a 100+‑year legacy of leadership. As a member of the Rhoads team you’ll join a quickly growing group of energetic, skilled tradespeople and professionals committed to delivering exceptional products and services.

Position Summary

This Laborer role involves a variety of tasks to support operations, including collecting trash, recycling, and scrap; assisting in the loading and unloading of raw materials and equipment; and performing duties within the Tool and ECC departments. The ideal candidate has experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other tools, and can maintain clean and organized work areas. The position requires high physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team while following safety protocols and performing fire and tank watch duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect trash, recycling, and scrap.
• Assist in loading and unloading raw materials, tools, and equipment.
• Assist Tool/ECC departments with inventory, tool, hose, and cable repairs, and stocking shelves.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Operate street sweeper and other floor‑cleaning equipment.
• Monitor empty and full bottles on the shop floor and replace as necessary.
• Operate hand and power tools such as saws, drills, grinders, and sanders.
• Clean and maintain work areas, tools, and equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform fire and tank watch duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Good communication and organization skills.
• Forklift and pallet jack experience.
• Experience using tools such as drills, grinders, sanders, and saws.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must have OSHA 10 certification.
• Must be able to work a 2nd‑shift schedule (in addition to the listed 1st‑shift hours).

Education

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Demands

• Exposure to construction or industrial areas; use of personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection) required.
• Ability to lift heavy objects 50 lb plus.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to sit for long periods.

Schedule

1st shift – Monday through Thursday, 6 am – 4:30 pm EST. Must also be able to work a 2nd‑shift schedule as needed.