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Mechanical Technician (Sander / Buffer - Fabrication Shop)
Job Overview
We are hiring hands-on Mechanical Technicians to support production in a fabrication and manufacturing environment. This role focuses on sanding, polishing, and finishing fabricated parts, with opportunity to grow into quality control and advanced production tasks. Ideal candidates will have experience with tools, construction, or manufacturing and a strong attention to detail.
Pay: $19-$20/hr
Shift: Day shift (Monday start dates)
Openings: 2-3 positions available


Key Responsibilities

• Perform sanding, grinding, and polishing on fabricated metal parts to meet finish specifications
• Prepare surfaces for coating, including masking, cleaning, and paint prep
• Measure and map material thickness to ensure parts meet required tolerances
• Assist with quality checks, including basic inspections and measurements
• Read and interpret tape measurements, basic drawings, and work instructions
• Use hand tools and power tools such as drills, grinders, and sanders safely and effectively
• Support sandblasting and finishing processes as needed
• Assist with general production tasks including material handling, staging, and organizing work areas
• Participate in basic assembly and fabrication activities
• Maintain accurate material counts and assist with inventory tracking
• Operate forklifts or material handling equipment when trained
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, construction, or similar hands-on environment
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately
• Basic math and computer skills
• Experience with sanding, grinding, polishing, or finishing processes preferred
• Comfortable using hand tools and power tools
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team setting
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow

Additional Details

• Hands-on role in a fabrication shop environment
• Non-climate-controlled setting
• Opportunity to learn advanced skills such as thickness mapping, grid work, and quality control inspections
• Candidates with construction or tool experience are encouraged to apply

Why Apply?

• Stable day shift schedule
• Opportunity to grow into higher-skilled production and QC roles
• Small team environment where your work is visible and valued
• Hands-on training and skill development

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Birmingham, AL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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 Birmingham,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 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.