Assembly Mechanic @ Aerotek

Job Title: Assembly MechanicJob DescriptionThis role assembles industrial equipment by following detailed drawings, written procedures, manufacturers recommendations, and verbal specifications. You work with hydraulic and electrically powered systems, inspect parts to determine their condition, set up systems for testing, and then break them down to prepare for paint and shipment. You also tear down, inspect, and rebuild systems to ensure they meet quality and performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble equipment and their sub-assemblies using drawings, written procedures, and verbal instructions.
• Work with hydraulic and electric powered systems to build, test, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Inspect parts and components to determine condition and identify any defects or wear.
• Set up systems for functional testing, verify performance, and document any issues found.
• Break down completed systems and prepare them for paint and shipment according to established procedures.
• Tear down, inspect, and rebuild systems to restore proper function and extend equipment life.
• Interpret and work from electrical and hydraulic schematics, blueprints, and manufacturing drawings.
• Identify specifications and measurements for parts from drawings and ensure components meet required tolerances.
• Operate common assembly equipment such as torches, pneumatic tools, hydraulic jacks, grinders, and pipe fitting/cutting equipment.
• Use hand tools and power tools to assemble, fasten, and adjust mechanical components.
• Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, forklifts, manlifts, and scissorlifts to move and position heavy equipment safely.
• Manage and organize the work area, maintaining high levels of housekeeping and cleanliness.
• Work safely at all times, following safety procedures and using appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Anticipate and help plan for materials and resources needed for current and upcoming jobs.
• Apply mechanical aptitude and knowledge of bearings, seals, shafts, motors, and other shredder components to ensure reliable assembly.
• Perform mechanical assembly tasks similar to automotive, heavy equipment, or industrial equipment work, including wrenching together mechanical components.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and experience assembling and disassembling mechanical sub-components.
• Ability to interpret and read electrical and hydraulic schematics and blueprints.
• Proficiency in blueprint and schematic reading and in identifying specifications and measurements from manufacturing drawings.
• Advanced understanding of mechanical systems, including bearings, seals, shafts, motors, and other shredder components.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex mechanical systems and diagnosing issues.
• Ability to work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components.
• Experience using power tools, hand tools, wrenches, and other mechanical assembly tools.
• Ability to operate common assembly equipment such as torches, pneumatic tools, hydraulic jacks, grinders, and pipe fitting/cutting equipment.
• Experience working with industrial-size equipment, heavy equipment, or automotive/mechanical assembly.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, forklifts, manlifts, and scissorlifts.
• Strong organizational skills with an acute attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage and maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds and up to 15 pounds above shoulder height.
• Comfort working from verbal instructions, written procedures, and manufacturers recommendations.

Why Work Here? The organization offers a stable, industry-leading environment with a strong presence in multiple markets around the globe. Employees benefit from a generous profit-sharing program that can provide multiple bonuses per year when the company performs well. The benefits package includes paid holidays, a structured paid time off program that grows with tenure, company-paid long-term disability coverage, and company-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary. The culture emphasizes long-term success, safety, and continuous improvement, and employees can see the impact of their work through the companys global partnerships and innovative solutions. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilsonville, OR.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 8, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Wilsonville,OR.

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.