Mechanical Technician

Job Title: Mechanical Technician Job Description

This role sits within the Motion Solutions department and focuses on troubleshooting, reworking, building, and assembling control panel boxes and pneumatic assemblies for a variety of client applications. You will work from schematics and drawings to assemble, wire, test, and label equipment while ensuring all work meets quality and validation standards.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, rework, build, and assemble control panel boxes in the Motion Solutions department.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics and schematic diagrams to build control panels and assemblies from start to finish.

• Perform control panel assembly, including wiring, component installation, and layout based on schematics.

• Conduct validation testing on assembled control panels and equipment to ensure proper functionality and compliance with specifications.

• Build pneumatic assemblies according to instructions and engineering drawings.

• Test and label equipment accurately to support traceability and quality control.

• Use basic shop machinery such as saws, drill press, tapping machine, and grinder safely and effectively.

• Perform troubleshooting and rework on equipment and assemblies as needed to resolve issues and improve performance.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety procedures and guidelines.

• Collaborate with team members in the department as the area expands and new workspace is built out.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and schematic diagrams and build assemblies independently from the outset.

• Hands-on experience with control panel assembly, including wiring and component installation.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical and control panel issues and performing rework.

• Experience with ladder logic and PLCs in the context of control panels and motion solutions.

• Strong skills in validation testing of control panels and equipment to ensure proper operation.

• Ability to assemble pneumatic systems following instructions and engineering drawings.

• Competence in schematic reading and applying schematics to practical assembly and wiring tasks.

• Ability to use basic machinery such as saws, drill press, tapping machine, and grinder safely.

• Attention to detail and accuracy when testing, labeling, and documenting equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working with control panel schematics, wiring, and assembly in a production or workshop environment.

• Capability to work independently with minimal supervision while following technical instructions and drawings.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to troubleshooting and rework.

• Willingness to support department growth and adapt as the workspace and operations expand.

• Reliability in maintaining consistent attendance on first shift and occasional Saturday work as needed.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing Motion Solutions department where you can apply your hands-on technical skills and contribute to building and improving complex control and pneumatic systems. You will work in a collaborative environment that values practical expertise, attention to detail, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to support the expansion and development of the workspace and processes.

Work Environment

This position is based in a workshop environment that is not temperature controlled, so it can become warm during the summer months. The department is actively expanding and building out additional workspace, creating opportunities to work in a developing and evolving area. The role operates on a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with work on Saturdays as needed. The dress code is casual and practical, requiring comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes, and non-offensive t-shirts suitable for a hands-on technical environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Corona, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Corona,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 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.