Job Description

This role supports precast concrete production by preparing formwork, placing reinforcement and embeds, assisting with concrete placement and finishing, and safely handling materials and panels in a controlled plant environment. You will work as part of a production team to deliver high-quality precast products while following strict safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities
* Prepare formwork by cleaning and oiling forms, placing blockouts and inserts, and setting hardware according to drawings and build sheets.
* Cut, place, and tie rebar and mesh reinforcement, ensuring correct spacing and placement to specifications.
* Position lifting anchors, connection hardware, and other embedded items accurately to meet design and quality requirements.
* Assist with concrete batching interface, including coordinating timing and readiness of forms for concrete placement.
* Place, vibrate, and consolidate concrete to achieve proper compaction and minimize voids.
* Finish concrete surfaces using trowels, floats, and edgers to achieve the required surface quality and texture.
* Monitor concrete curing conditions and support curing processes to meet strength and quality targets.
* Strip and de-mold precast panels from forms, handling them carefully to prevent damage.
* Perform basic patching, rubbing, and finishing of panels after stripping to meet appearance and quality standards.
* Prepare forms for the next pour by cleaning, inspecting, and resetting hardware and blockouts as needed.
* Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move panels, materials, and equipment safely within the plant and yard.
* Stage panels and materials in the yard according to quality control direction and production needs.
* Use hand tools and basic carpentry tools to build, adjust, or repair formwork and production fixtures.
* Measure materials and layouts accurately using a tape measure to ensure compliance with drawings and build sheets.
* Maintain clean and organized work areas by following housekeeping and 5S practices throughout the shift.
* Support daily preventive maintenance on tools and equipment as part of standard work routines.
* Follow all safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout, powered industrial truck rules, crane and rigging protocols, silica controls, and PPE requirements.
* Participate in daily team huddles to review production goals, safety topics, and work assignments.
* Communicate effectively with supervisors, quality control, and teammates to resolve issues and maintain production flow.

Essential Skills
* At least 6 months of experience in construction, concrete, fabrication, or manufacturing.
* Ability to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16 of an inch.
* Capability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly as part of daily duties.
* Reliable transportation to and from the worksite.
* Strong safety-first mindset and consistent adherence to safety policies and procedures.
* Hands-on experience with concrete or general labor tasks in an industrial or construction setting.
* Proficiency using common hand tools safely and effectively.
* Basic understanding of concrete placement or finishing processes.
* Ability to follow drawings, build sheets, and verbal instructions accurately.
* Comfort working in a production environment with repetitive tasks and set standards.
* Commitment to maintaining clean, organized work areas and supporting housekeeping standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications
* Experience in precast or cast-in-place concrete operations huge plus.
* Experience in rebar tying and placing reinforcement for structural elements.
* Concrete finishing experience, including troweling, floating, and edging.
* Exposure to rigging practices for lifting and moving large concrete elements.
* Rigging and signal person certification or training.
* Experience in carpentry, form building, or related trade work.
* Production or manufacturing experience with focus on quality and throughput.
* Comfort working with safety programs related to silica exposure and machine guarding.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, local precast operation that offers steady, year-round work with less weather-related downtime than field construction. The team culture emphasizes daily communication, safety, and clear expectations through build sheets and huddles. You gain cross-training across forming, reinforcing, finishing, and crane operations, creating clear pathways into lead roles, quality control, or equipment operation. This environment supports skill growth, long-term career development, and consistent work in a structured plant setting.

Work Environment

This position is based in a controlled-environment precast concrete plant focused on efficient, high-quality production. You work in a production yard, handling forms, reinforcement, and concrete products with the support of overhead cranes and forklifts. The schedule follows plant operations, with an emphasis on consistent throughput and teamwork. Safety is a core priority, with required use of personal protective equipment, machine guarding, powered industrial truck and crane training, and silica exposure controls. The facility maintains organized, clean work areas through 5S and housekeeping practices, supported by daily huddles and clear build sheets that guide each pour and production task.
Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bakersfield, CA.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 Bakersfield,CA.
Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
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.

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