Equipment Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Equipment Technician

$30-$40/hr

Monday - Friday | 6:30am-4pm | Gretna, NE

Job Description

A custom equipment manufacturer seeks a skilled Equipment Technician to support the assembly, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of hydraulic systems used in engineered construction and industrial equipment. This role is critical in ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and performance in both shop and field environments. The ideal candidate has strong hands-on hydraulic experience, a safety-first mindset, and enjoys working on one-of-a-kind or highly customized equipment builds.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and test hydraulic systems on custom-engineered equipment.
• Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, and electro-hydraulic issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and system upgrades.
• Assist with equipment startup, commissioning, and functional testing.
• Collaborate with engineering and fabrication teams during prototype and production builds.
• Ensure work meets quality, safety, and customer specifications.
• Provide occasional field support or job-site assistance as required.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years hands-on hydraulic experience (industrial or heavy equipment).
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics.
• Experience using diagnostic tools and pressure testing equipment.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong understanding of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and controls.
• High attention to detail and ability to translate drawings into physical builds.
• Methodical and data-driven approach to troubleshooting system behavior.
• Proactive mindset with a strong understanding of failure modes.

Why Work Here?

Work on custom-engineered equipment where your hydraulic expertise truly matters. This role offers hands-on ownership, technical challenges, and collaboration with engineering teams in a safety-focused environment that values skill and craftsmanship over repetitive production work.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in a manufacturing and equipment build shop with occasional field or job-site support as projects require. The work environment involves hands-on interaction with hydraulic systems, heavy equipment components, tools, and diagnostic instruments. Employees should be comfortable working around industrial machinery, following safety protocols, and performing physical tasks such as standing for extended periods, bending, lifting components, and working in confined or elevated spaces when necessary. Collaboration with engineering, fabrication, and project teams is a regular part of the role, requiring clear communication and adaptability in a project-driven environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gretna, NE.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Gretna,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.