Machine Shop Helper / General Laborer

This role will assist with everyday tasks in our machine shop in Barboursville. This is a hands-on position focused on keeping the shop clean, safe, and organized while providing general support to machinists and other shop employees. You'll work around both manual and CNC machining equipment but won't be responsible for operating or setting up machines.

No machining experience is required.

What You'll Do

• Sweep, mop, and clean shop floors, walkways, and work areas.
• Clean machines, workstations, and surrounding areas as directed.
• Empty trash containers and collect scrap materials and general shop debris.
• Clean up metal shavings and machining chips using appropriate tools and procedures.
• Help keep scrap bins, waste collection areas, and storage spaces clean and organized.
• Organize tools, parts, materials, and shop supplies.
• Restock shop towels, cleaning supplies, and other routine shop consumables.
• Move, stage, and deliver parts, materials, and supplies between work areas as directed.
• Assist machinists and other shop employees with basic, non-technical tasks.
• Report spills, unsafe conditions, or equipment concerns to shop leadership.
• Follow shop safety procedures and perform other general labor and housekeeping duties as needed.

Position Details

This is a temporary, day-shift position with the potential to transition into a permanent role based on business needs and individual performance. Permanent employment is not guaranteed.

About Tri-State & Tencarva

Tri-State Coating & Machine specializes in thermal hard coatings, precision machining, CNC automation, and industrial component and rotating equipment repair. Our Salt Rock facility operates under ISO 9001:2015 certification and supports customers across a variety of industrial markets. Tri-State is part of Tencarva Machinery Company , an established distributor, authorized service center, and engineering and design partner for industrial & municipal flow control systems and process equipment.

Why Tri-State & Tencarva?

• Day shift, Monday–Friday (7:00 AM–3:30 PM)
• Opportunity to become a permanent employee (with full benefits, including insurance, PTO, and 401k)
• Tencarva has never had a layoff
• Steady work supporting industrial machining and equipment repair
• Big-company benefits and resources with a small-shop feel
• Work alongside experienced machinists who know their trade

What We're Looking For

• Dependable, punctual, and willing to perform a variety of hands-on tasks.
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment around machinery and equipment.
• Able to follow instructions, work safely, and complete assigned tasks.
• Willing to perform routine cleaning, housekeeping, and physical labor.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday.
• Able to work independently and assist other shop employees as needed.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, machining, industrial services, warehouse work, or general labor is helpful but not required.

The duties, responsibilities, and activities described above are not exhaustive and may be subject to change. Additionally, please note that the job title for this posting is designed to be descriptive and may not reflect the official title used internally for job classification purposes.

Tencarva Machinery Company, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Salary : $34,196 - $46,243