Manual Machinist

Hiring ASAP! Manual Machinist / Field Technician
Job Title: Manual Machinist
Job Description
Perform precision machining tasks such as turning, milling, grinding, boring, and fitting on turbine components, valves, and other equipment requiring repair. Work from drawings, weld and GD&T symbols, approved procedures, and OEM specifications to ensure parts meet required tolerances and finishes. Set up and operate manual machines, selecting appropriate work-holding, tooling, speeds, and feeds for each job. Support both shop and field work while maintaining clean, organized, and safe working conditions.
Responsibilities

• Conduct repair machining to restore worn or damaged parts to specifications.
• Machine new parts from scratch based on prints or samples without pre-set setups.
• Proficiently cut acme threads, a frequent requirement in valve and actuator work.
• Consistently hold tight tolerances and measure work accurately to verify specifications.
• Perform TIG, MIG, stick welding, and fabrication in the machine shop.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, dread drawings, and single part drawings.
• Skilled in working with manual machines and exotic metals, including lathe machines and mill machining.
• Experienced in using turning tools, grinding machines, boring mills, and turning lathes.
• Ability to set up machines and interpret GD&T symbols effectively.
• At least 10 years of experience in the field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Open to travel for field assignments.
• Experience with TIG, MIG, and stick welding.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and bore gauges.
• Ability to mentor apprentice machinists and support crew tasks.

Why Work Here?
This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals seeking to build a long-term career within a stable company. You can look forward to working in an environment that feels like home for years to come.
Work Environment
The work environment is primarily indoors, though it may become warm and is characterized by being loud and dirty.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ontario, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $65.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ontario,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

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.