Job Title: Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

Assemble metal-clad equipment and other power distribution equipment by installing components, units, and subassemblies according to job specifications. Read and interpret mechanical drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, and reports to determine material requirements and assembly instructions. Adjust, repair, or replace electrical components/parts to correct defects and ensure conformance to specifications. Set up and maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times. Understand and follow all safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assemble metal-clad and power distribution equipment.

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, and work orders.

• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical components to ensure conformance to specifications.

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

• Install components by reading and interpreting material lists and panel layouts.

• Disassemble finished products, prepare for shipping, and assist in the shipping process.

• Understand and execute company goals and objectives while contributing to team cohesiveness.

• Perform all duties assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or management.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical assembly

• Tape measure proficiency

• Mechanic skills

• Blueprint reading

• Hand tools usage

• Mechanical aptitude

• Mechanical repair

• Assembly skills

• Hand and power tools usage

• Soldering

• Wiring

• Electrical component handling

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• 1-2 years of assembly experience preferred

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

• Proficiency in reading a measuring tape to a 1/16” measurement

• Capability of reading and interpreting assembly documents

• Ability to write simple correspondence and complete routine reports

• Experience using hand-held power tools, overhead cranes, forklifts, and pallet jacks

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to execute instructions

• Problem-solving skills involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

• Proficiency in written and spoken communication

Why Work Here?

Recently implemented a 4-day work week to allow for better work-life balance. The company is extremely busy with projects extending through the year 2025, providing job security and stability. Employees work in a very clean environment with good lighting and are not micromanaged. The company values a supportive work environment and expects employees to work at a good pace to complete units on time.

Work Environment

1st shift: 5:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Thursday. May be required to work optional overtime on Fridays. 2nd shift: 3:30pm-1:30am, Monday-Thursday. May be required to work optional overtime on Fridays. The work is mostly quiet and clean, with employees working on different sections of builds. The company builds substations, switchgear, circuit breakers, bus duct, and many other electrical systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, Ohio.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.