Assembler

Job Title: Vehicle Upfitting Assembly Technician Job Description

This role focuses on installing cabinets, drawers, ladder racks, and other specialized equipment into a variety of vehicles. You will use a range of hand and power tools to complete detailed assembly builds in a clean, organized, and team-oriented environment. The position suits someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in accuracy, and maintains a positive attitude while working in physically active conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install cabinets, drawers, ladder racks, and other equipment into a mix of different vehicles, including models such as Ford F-150 and similar platforms.
• Perform upfitting and assembly work according to provided specifications, drawings, and work instructions.
• Use a variety of hand tools and power tools to complete assembly builds safely and efficiently.
• Inspect components and completed installations to ensure proper fit, function, and quality standards.
• Measure, align, and secure parts to vehicles with high attention to detail to ensure accurate and consistent installations.
• Work in different positions, including bending, reaching, and lifting, to access installation areas within the vehicles.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of tools and personal protective equipment.
• Maintain an organized work area and handle tools and materials with care to support a clean and efficient production line.
• Collaborate with team members on the line and at individual stations to complete builds on schedule.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and a positive, cooperative attitude to support team productivity and workflow.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience using hand tools for assembly and installation tasks.
• Proficiency with power tools in a production or assembly environment.
• Hands-on experience with general production, assembly, or upfitting work.
• Ability to perform repetitive installation tasks with strong attention to detail and quality.
• Capability to bend, lift, and work in awkward positions as needed to complete installations.
• Commitment to safe work practices and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Strong reliability, including consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience with vehicle upfitting or installing accessories and equipment into vehicles.
• Background in general production, manufacturing, or assembly line work.
• Comfort working with multiple types of vehicles and configurations.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Willingness to learn new tools, techniques, and processes as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join a clean, organized, and climate-controlled operation that values teamwork, safety, and quality. The team provides all necessary tools, so you can focus on doing your best work without needing to supply your own equipment. You will work alongside supportive colleagues in small teams, offering opportunities to build practical skills and experience in vehicle upfitting and assembly while contributing to a professional, respectful, and safety-focused workplace.

Work Environment

Work takes place across two facilities, including a location in Subtropolis, both of which are climate controlled, clean, and well organized. You will typically work on a production line with approximately 1020 individuals and collaborate with 13 coworkers at a given station. The role is hands-on and physically active, involving bending, lifting, and working in varied and sometimes awkward positions inside and around vehicles. All tools required for the job are provided. Personal protective equipment is required, including safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and jeans or work-material pants; ear plugs are required when working in the cave location. The environment emphasizes safety, teamwork, and consistent workflow within a structured production setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.

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.