Mechanical Assembler

Mechanical Assembler – $20/hr (Increase at 90 Days) – St. Charles

Aerotek is hiring Mechanical Assemblers to build low and medium voltage electrical switchgear cabinets. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in assembly, blueprint reading, and hand/power tools in a manufacturing environment.

Job Description:

• Assemble low and medium voltage electrical switchgear cabinets

• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and work orders

• Gather materials, hardware, and components for assembly

• Use hand and power tools to complete mechanical assemblies

• Perform basic quality inspections to ensure proper manufacturing

• Follow detailed work instructions and safety guidelines

Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret assembly and elevation drawings

• Construct modular steel cabinets and copper buss assemblies

• Measure accurately using tape measures and basic tools

• Utilize hand tools including wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers

• Operate power tools including drills, impact wrenches, and pneumatic torque wrenches

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience as a Mechanical Assembler, Machine Builder, or Automotive Mechanic

• Experience working in a manufacturing or job shop environment

• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics

• Familiar with hand tools and shop equipment

• Basic math skills (fractions and decimals)

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

Pay & Benefits:

• Starting pay: $20/hour

• Pay increase after 90 days

• Weekly pay

• Opportunity for overtime

• Long-term opportunity with growth potential

Why Work Here:

• Strong company culture focused on quality, safety, and teamwork

• Opportunities for advancement and skill development

• Stable, long-term employment opportunity

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Charles, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 St. Charles,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.