Mechanical Installer

Job Title: Mechanical Installer

Job Description

The Mechanical Installer assembles, installs, tests, and maintains mechanical components, subassemblies, and production equipment used in manufacturing operations. This role supports efficient, high-quality production by ensuring equipment is built and maintained to specification while following all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, align, and install mechanical components, subassemblies, and production parts for processing and packaging equipment.

• Perform routine mechanical adjustments, calibrations, and preventive maintenance to help ensure machinery operates efficiently and reliably.

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions to complete accurate assemblies.

• Use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, and diagnostic equipment to assemble and verify mechanical components.

• Inspect completed assemblies for accuracy, quality, and adherence to company specifications and applicable standards.

• Collaborate with maintenance technicians, engineers, and production teams to resolve mechanical issues and support continuous improvement efforts.

• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of assembly work, inspections, and maintenance activities.

• Follow all company safety protocols, Good Manufacturing Practices, and applicable manufacturing regulations.

• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety and quality standards.

• Participate in required training and cross-training to support operational flexibility and coverage.

• Manage logistics for plant tours, vendor visits, and customer visits, ensuring a professional and safe experience within the facility.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.

• One (1) to three (3) years of mechanical assembly or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and other technical documents.

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the production floor for extended periods.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

• Ability to perform frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and handling of components and tools.

• Sufficient visual acuity to read measurements, inspect assemblies, and identify mechanical issues.

• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and active production areas.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical training in mechanical assembly, industrial maintenance, or a related field preferred.

• Experience with industrial or machine assembly environments.

• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices and manufacturing regulations.

• Comfort working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including maintenance, engineering, and production.

• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

• Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate documentation and orderly work areas.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, well-organized manufacturing environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The schedule offers a balanced structure with four nine-hour days and a half day on Fridays, supporting work-life balance while maintaining steady, full-time work. You will have opportunities for training and cross-training, allowing you to build your skills, broaden your experience, and contribute in multiple areas of the operation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean, well-lit manufacturing facility with active production areas and moving equipment. Standard hours are approximately 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., working four nine-hour days with a four-hour day on Fridays. The environment includes typical manufacturing noise levels and requires consistent use of hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, and diagnostic equipment. The position involves frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and handling of components, as well as regularly lifting up to 50 pounds. Employees are expected to follow all safety protocols and Good Manufacturing Practices while maintaining an organized and compliant work area.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Henrico, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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 Henrico,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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.