Shop Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Shop Technician

Job Description

As a Shop Technician, you will work in the new build department to troubleshoot and perform repairs on various machinery components. Your role will include assembling and disassembling centrifuges and conducting tests to ensure their proper function.

Responsibilities

• Move, secure, install, build, load, or unload materials.
• Perform specialized tasks that may require on-the-job training.
• Load and unload equipment, machine assembly, and installation of equipment.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Effectively use heavy and light equipment, depending on the job assignment.
• Move items from place to place, following directions from the supervisor.
• Utilize carpentry skills to build crates and pallets.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Electrical and mechanical skills.
• Experience in machine building and blueprint reading.
• Plumbing and piping knowledge.
• Diesel engine experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Must be able to lift over 50lbs.
• Pallet jack experience required; forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or education beyond high school is a plus.

Why Work Here?

We offer a great benefits package and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and engaging environment. You will be part of a team dedicated to excellence and innovation, with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Work Environment

The work environment is similar to a large garage at a car dealership, with lots of grease and oil due to the nature of the work on trucks and centrifuge units. The work is conducted on the 1st shift from 6am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday. The dress code includes work pants (like Dickies or blue work pants), mechanic shirts provided by the company, steel toe shoes, safety glasses, and baseball caps. Loose jewelry is not allowed. The industry presents a steep learning curve, encouraging contractors to stay engaged and curious to learn more.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kenosha, WI.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Kenosha,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.

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.

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.