Assembly Mechanic

Job Title: Assembly Mechanic

Job Description

The Assembly Mechanic assembles industrial shredders and their sub-assemblies by following engineering drawings, written procedures, manufacturers’ recommendations, and verbal specifications. This role works extensively with hydraulic and electrically powered systems, inspects parts to determine condition, sets up systems for testing, and prepares equipment for paint and shipment. The position also involves tearing down, inspecting, and rebuilding systems to ensure they meet quality and performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble industrial shredders and their sub-assemblies in accordance with drawings, schematics, written procedures, and verbal instructions.
• Work with hydraulic and electric powered systems during assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair activities.
• Perform detailed inspections on parts and components to determine condition and suitability for use or rebuild.
• Set up assembled systems for functional testing, monitor performance, and make adjustments as needed.
• Break down systems after testing and prepare equipment for paint and/or shipment according to established procedures.
• Tear down, inspect, and rebuild systems, ensuring all components meet quality and performance requirements.
• Interpret and apply information from electrical and hydraulic schematics and blueprints to guide assembly and troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical systems, identify root causes of issues, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Apply knowledge of bearings, seals, shafts, and other shredder components to ensure proper fit, alignment, and operation.
• Operate common assembly equipment such as torches, pneumatic tools, hydraulic jacks, grinders, and pipe fitting/cutting equipment.
• Read manufacturing drawings and identify specifications and measurements required for each part and assembly.
• Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, forklifts, manlifts, and scissorlifts safely to move and position heavy components.
• Manage and organize the work area to maintain high levels of housekeeping and cleanliness.
• Work safely at all times by following all safety procedures, using proper personal protective equipment, and reporting hazards.
• Anticipate and help plan for materials, tools, and resources needed for current and upcoming jobs when applicable.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to assemble and disassemble mechanical sub-components and large industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and advanced understanding of mechanical systems and their operation.
• Ability to interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics and blueprints accurately.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex mechanical systems and resolving mechanical issues.
• Solid understanding of bearings, seals, shafts, motors, and other key shredder and heavy equipment components.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate, orderly, and clean work areas.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings, including specifications and precise measurements.
• Experience operating common assembly equipment, including torches, pneumatic tools, hydraulic jacks, grinders, and pipe fitting/cutting tools.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, forklifts, manlifts, and scissorlifts safely.
• Mechanical aptitude demonstrated through experience as a mechanic, assembler, auto mechanic, heavy equipment technician, or similar role.
• Comfort using hand tools and power tools for assembly, adjustment, and repair tasks.
• Ability to work safely and consistently follow safety procedures in an industrial environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and up to 15 pounds above shoulder height.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience reading and working from blueprints and detailed schematics.
• Experience in mechanical assembly of industrial, automotive, or heavy equipment.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including installation and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with mechanical assembly tasks such as wrenching together large mechanical components.
• Experience working with industrial-sized equipment and cranes in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Strong general mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Comfort working with a wide range of tools, including wrenches, grinders, and power tools.

Why Work Here?

The organization partners with customers around the globe and maintains a strong presence in multiple markets, providing the stability and excitement of working with an industry leader. Team members benefit from a generous profit-sharing program, offering three performance-based payouts per year when the company is profitable. The benefits package includes paid holidays, progressive paid time off that increases with tenure, company-paid long-term disability insurance covering up to 60% of wages, and company-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary. This environment rewards dedication, offers meaningful financial incentives, and supports long-term career growth and work-life balance.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial manufacturing environment focused on the assembly of large shredders and heavy mechanical systems. Team members work with hydraulic and electrically powered equipment, industrial-sized components, and a variety of tools including hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, torches, hydraulic jacks, grinders, and pipe fitting/cutting equipment. Material handling equipment such as overhead cranes, jib cranes, forklifts, manlifts, and scissorlifts is used regularly to move and position heavy parts. The position offers two primary shifts: a day shift from 5:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., Monday through Friday, and a swing shift from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, with a shift differential for swing shift hours. The facility emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and high housekeeping standards, and requires adherence to all safety procedures and appropriate industrial work attire and protective equipment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilsonville, OR.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wilsonville,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.