Job Description
Job Title: Parts WasherJob Description
The Parts Washer is responsible for cleaning, degreasing, and preparing mechanical parts and components for assembly. This role uses specialized washing equipment, solvents, sand blasters, and pressure washers to ensure all components are free of grease, dirt, and debris before they are used in production.
Responsibilities:
Operate washing and sterilizing tanks using water and appropriate cleaning solutions to clean mechanical parts and components.
Scrub and degrease heavily soiled parts using manual tools, sprayers, and power washing equipment.
Hand-dry cleaned parts thoroughly and inspect them for visible defects, rust, or damage in accordance with established quality standards.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace at all times, following safety procedures and housekeeping guidelines.
Safely operate a forklift to move parts, components, and materials within the warehouse and work areas.
Essential Skills:
Ability to perform general labor tasks in an industrial or warehouse setting.
Experience using power washing equipment or pressure washers to clean parts and surfaces.
Capability to scrub, degrease, and clean mechanical parts using manual tools and sprayers.
Basic understanding of quality standards for visual inspection of parts, including identifying defects, rust, or damage.
Ability to safely operate a forklift or willingness to learn forklift operation in accordance with safety guidelines.
Physical stamina to stand for extended periods, bend, kneel, and safely lift and move up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
Comfort working in an industrial warehouse environment, including outdoor work when required.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Previous experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or automotive parts cleaning environment is preferred but not required.
Willingness to learn and be trained on specialized washing equipment, solvents, sand blasters, and pressure washers.
Attention to detail when inspecting parts for cleanliness and visible defects.
Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work area.
Why Work Here?
Join a hands-on, industrial environment where you can learn specialized equipment and cleaning processes while contributing directly to the quality of finished products. You will work in a setting that values safety, organization, and reliability, with opportunities to build practical skills such as forklift operation and industrial parts cleaning.
Work Environment:
This role is based in an industrial warehouse environment that may include both indoor and outdoor work. The facility uses swamp coolers throughout the warehouse to improve comfort in warmer conditions. The position involves regular physical activity, including standing for long periods, bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs. You will work around mechanical parts, cleaning equipment, solvents, sand blasters, pressure washers, and forklifts in a safety-focused setting. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.
Pay and Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $15.15 - $15.15/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Phoenix, AZ.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.