Assembly - Truss

Job Description

Job Description Job Title: Assembly Associate
Job Description

This role involves assembling components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment using hand and power tools, while following safety procedures and production guidelines. You will work on your feet for most of the shift, handle materials of varying weights, and contribute directly to the manufacturing process by building quality products according to specifications and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and products according to blueprints, work instructions, and production specifications.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools such as tape measures to complete assembly tasks accurately.
• Stand, walk, and move continuously throughout the shift while performing assembly and related duties.
• Lift, carry, and move materials and products, including continuously lifting up to 25 pounds, frequently lifting up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Reach with hands and arms, use hands to handle and feel parts and tools, and maintain dexterity for detailed assembly work.
• Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to access materials, equipment, or work areas.
• Follow all safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment, including ear protection, eye protection, and other PPE as directed.
• Work safely around moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and other typical manufacturing hazards.
• Support production goals by maintaining efficiency, quality, and accuracy in all assembly tasks.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to ensure smooth workflow and address any issues that arise during production.
• Adapt to working in both indoor and outdoor plant areas, including exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Operate and handle equipment and tools in a way that minimizes risk of electrical shock and vibration exposure.
• Maintain attention to detail and use proper visual focus to inspect parts and assemblies for accuracy and quality.

Essential Skills

• Experience in assembly work within a production, construction, or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in using hand tools for assembly tasks.
• Proficiency in using power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to read and work from blueprints or similar technical documents.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and production workflows.
• Ability to use a tape measure accurately for measuring and cutting materials.
• Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work safely around moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and loud noise.
• Strong awareness of safety practices and consistent use of personal protective equipment.
• Adequate vision for close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus to perform detailed work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in construction or truss assembly is beneficial.
• Previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing or production environment.
• Comfort working in environments with varying temperatures, including extreme heat and cold.
• Ability to adapt to changing tasks and priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to support a collaborative work environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a large, stable organization that prioritizes a people-first culture and invests in long-term careers rather than temporary placements. The company actively promotes from within, offering clear opportunities for advancement and professional growth, with many leaders having started in entry-level roles. You will benefit from competitive, affordable benefits designed to support you and your family’s health, happiness, and financial security. The culture encourages continuous learning, skill development, and the chance to take on new challenges, helping you build your career and expand your capabilities over time.

Work Environment

This position is based in an indoor and outdoor plant environment that is consistently loud and requires the use of ear plugs and eye protection, along with other required personal protective equipment. You will work around moving mechanical parts and may encounter airborne particles, vibration, and a risk of electrical shock as part of normal plant operations. The role involves exposure to outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, as work areas may be partially or fully outdoors. The standard shift runs from 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday, requiring comfort with early start times and extended workdays. The environment is physically demanding, with continuous standing and walking, frequent lifting, and hands-on work using hand and power tools in a busy manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boise, ID.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Boise,ID.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 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.

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.

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.