Mechanic

Aerotek is Hiring Mechanics in Nashville!

Pay: $21.00/hour-$26.00/hour

Shift: 7:00am-3:00pm Monday-Friday

Job Description

This role focuses on performing complete box trailer overhauls and structural modifications, including metal framing, sheet metal installation, and hitch repair. You will use a variety of tools and equipment to measure, cut, assemble, and repair trailer components while maintaining high safety and quality standards. The position involves both independent work and collaboration with other technicians in a smaller, hands-on shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete box trailer overhauls, including removing all interior metal shelving and preparing trailers for modification.
• Measure and cut metal framing materials to precise specifications using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Install and secure metal frames within trailers to ensure structural integrity and proper alignment.
• Attach sheet metal to frames using rivet guns to extend truck beds and reinforce trailer structures.
• Repair or replace trailer hitches using a plasma cutter and other fabrication tools as needed.
• Assist other technicians with repair and modification projects during downtime to support overall shop productivity.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by following shop housekeeping practices.
• Follow all safety procedures, guidelines, and quality standards while performing trailer modifications and repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints and measurements accurately to complete framing, carpentry, and metalwork tasks.
• Use mechanical aptitude to diagnose issues with trailer bodies and components and perform appropriate repairs.
• Apply carpentry and construction techniques, including framing and body repair, to trailer and truck bed structures.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in mechanical and automotive repair.
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure and perform precise measurements for cutting and framing.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints for construction and repair work.
• Hands-on experience with metal carpentry, including framing and structural assembly.
• Proficiency using a plasma cutter for cutting and repairing metal components such as trailer hitches.
• Skill using rivet guns and other body shop tools to attach sheet metal to frames.
• Experience in body shop or body repair work, particularly on trailers or similar equipment.
• Carpentry and construction experience, including framing and related duties.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow safety procedures at all times.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Autobody schooling or formal training in automotive body repair.
• ASE certifications related to automotive or body repair.
• Experience working in a body shop, trailer shop, or similar repair environment.
• Familiarity with scaffolding or working around scaffold structures in a shop setting.
• Comfort working with hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment in a mechanical environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a smaller shop where your contributions are visible and your impact is recognized, creating real opportunities for advancement and growth. The business serves major, steady customers, which helps provide consistent work and long-term stability. Team members can earn annual attendance and safety bonuses, and the shop occasionally offers additional bonuses, such as extra holiday rewards, to recognize hard work and dedication. High performers have a track record of earning multiple pay increases based on their ambition, reliability, and repair skills.

Work Environment

The role is based in a smaller trailer shop with open bay doors, creating a hands-on, shop-floor environment where you work directly on trailers and truck beds. Temperatures will vary with the seasons, and it can be cold in the winter and hot in the summer due to the open bays. The position operates on a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, with hours that may vary based on business needs. You will work with tools such as plasma cutters, rivet guns, tape measures, and other mechanical and carpentry equipment, while following safety practices in an active repair and fabrication setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $26.00/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

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

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

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.