Job Title: Mechanical Technician

Pay: $28-32/hr

Travel: 90%

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to install, commission, and maintain conveyor systems. This role involves ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong skillset in mechanical and electrical installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of conveyor systems. This position requires frequent travel to client sites and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission conveyor equipment and systems, including mechanical and electrical components.

• Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the installation and maintenance of conveyor systems.

• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to the project manager and internal teams.

• Collaborate with other departments such as engineering, sales, and customer service to ensure project success.

• Maintain accurate project documentation and reports.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical assembly

• Mechanical aptitude

• Machine assembly

• Installation of power tools

• Hydraulics

• Inspection

• Conveyor installation

• Mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance

• Pneumatics

• Blueprint reading

• Wiring

• Preventive maintenance

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, technical degree preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Willingness to travel to client sites frequently.

• Physical ability to work in a field installation environment, including the ability to lift and carry heavy equipment.

• Experience with basic hand and power tools.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

• Technical ability to use a mobile device such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop computer.

• Fluent in reading and writing English; understanding of Spanish is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned company that has been in business for over 100 years and invests in its employees. Enjoy holiday cookouts, lunch-ins, and long-term opportunities with a company that cares about its team. Benefit from medical and vision insurance starting day one, a 401k with company match after 60 days, profit share bonuses, and tuition reimbursement. This role offers significant overtime potential, leading to a big paycheck.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and will be working at Amazon facilities, following all EH&S requirements. Safety is paramount. The role requires the ability to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, lift at least 50 lbs, climb ladders, and operate a forklift and scissor lift, all while adhering to OSHA standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position that is 90% travel

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 2025.

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.