Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

This role focuses on assembling tanker trucks, full products, and sub-assemblies in a busy yet well-organized manufacturing environment. You will work with large-scale mechanical assemblies, interpret manufacturing blueprints, and ensure that all components are installed, tested, and documented accurately and safely.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install parts and sub-assemblies both before and after the painting process for tanker trucks and related products.
• Assemble and install pumps, valves, meters, and piping systems according to specifications and schematics.
• Assemble and install drivelines, drives, and pulleys to meet mechanical and performance requirements.
• Perform test runs on completed equipment prior to shipment to verify proper operation and quality.
• Read and interpret blueprint detail drawings, schematics, and dimension styles to guide assembly work.
• Update and complete all required paperwork and documentation to reflect any changes made during assembly.
• Operate overhead cranes, ironworkers, small band saws, drill presses, drills, cutting torches, and other shop equipment safely and efficiently as required.
• Operate forklifts in accordance with safe operating procedures and maintain the required training certificate.
• Use hand tools and power tools to perform mechanical assembly, repair, and adjustments on large-scale equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the assembly process.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in large-scale mechanical assembly, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing blueprints, detail drawings, schematics, and dimension styles.
• Hands-on mechanical skills, including assembly and repair of mechanical components such as drivelines, pumps, valves, meters, and piping systems.
• Experience working with hydraulics and pneumatic systems in an assembly or repair setting.
• Proficiency using hand tools and power tools for mechanical assembly work.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, ironworkers, small band saws, drill presses, drills, cutting torches, and similar equipment safely.
• Capability to operate a forklift in compliance with safe operating procedures, including holding and maintaining the appropriate training certificate.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when following instructions, updating paperwork, and verifying completed work.
• Commitment to working safely and following established safety practices in a manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale assembly of tanker trucks or similar heavy equipment.
• Experience working with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in a production environment.
• Familiarity with assembly line processes and structured production workflows.
• Ability to interpret and work from schematics as well as traditional blueprints.
• Welding experience is helpful and considered a strong asset.
• Comfort working with a variety of shop equipment, including ironworkers, band saws, drill presses, drills, and cutting torches.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing operation that offers consistent weekly pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your long-term well-being. The organization provides boot reimbursements, substantial employer contributions toward medical insurance premiums, and access to dental and vision coverage. You will benefit from company-paid life insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan with a competitive company contribution, helping you build financial security for the future.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing environment that stays consistently busy while remaining clean, organized, and safety-focused. You will work around tanker trucks and large mechanical assemblies using equipment such as overhead cranes, ironworkers, small band saws, drill presses, drills, cutting torches, forklifts, and a variety of hand and power tools. The atmosphere emphasizes safe operation of all machinery and adherence to established procedures, with appropriate work attire and protective footwear supported through a boot reimbursement program.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hugo, MN.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/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 Hugo,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

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.

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.