Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Assembler – 1st Shift (Full Builds, Clean Facility, Strong Benefits)

Join a skilled, tight‑knit team assembling burn‑in test equipment used in high‑performance industrial applications. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on mechanical work, building full units from start to finish, and working in a clean, organized environment with strong long‑term benefits.

• Perform full mechanical builds of burn‑in test equipment (not assembly‑line work).
• Assemble units using power tools and hand tools : wrenches, ratchets, torque tools, drills, rivet guns.
• Read and interpret blueprints to complete accurate assemblies.
• Perform soldering on copper piping and assist with brazing tasks.
• Work with both small components and large industrial‑sized units.
• Stand for most of the day and lift up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs with a hoist .
• Maneuver in awkward positions (kneeling, climbing on large units) to complete builds.

• 1–2 years of mechanical assembly experience.
• Comfortable working with small and large parts.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs independently.
• Proficient with wrenches, screwdrivers, and pneumatic tools.
• Experience building products from start to finish .

Preferred:

• Experience reading blueprints or schematics .
• Experience in brazing or copper soldering .
• Experience with industrial‑sized equipment .

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA with company match
• Dependent care FSA
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit‑sharing bonus
• Employee assistance program & wellness resources

This is a role where your mechanical skill is valued, your work is visible, and your growth is supported.

• Extremely clean, organized facility .
• Small team of ~5 people with one‑on‑one training from a lead.
• Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM .
• Work on large units (up to the size of an ice‑fishing house), requiring occasional climbing or kneeling.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MINNEAPOLIS, MN.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 fully onsite position in MINNEAPOLIS,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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.

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.