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Job Title: Mechanical Assembly Technician I

Job Description

The Mechanical Assembly Technician I performs basic routine tasks to support electronic assembly line production in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing environment. This full-time role follows a Monday through Thursday schedule from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with additional Saturday work as needed. You will help build large, intricate units from the ground up, using blueprints, wiring lists, and visual aids to complete complex mechanical and electrical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Assemble units using visual aids, verbal and written instructions, wiring lists, and blueprints.
• Prepare parts for assembly, including organizing, inspecting, and staging components for production.
• Manually mask boards and ensure proper protection of components during assembly processes.
• Kit parts using a bar code reader and maintain accurate part identification and tracking.
• Install and route wiring, conduit, rails, cabinets, and mechanical parts according to wiring diagrams, schematics, and layout prints.
• Perform mechanical assembly and panel building, including control panel assembly and panel board build tasks.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively for mechanical installation and machine building activities.
• Operate simple production equipment such as swage tools, wire preparation tools, contact systems, preset dies, and cut-off machines.
• Support the build of large units (approximately 8 feet tall and 16–20 feet in length) from base to completion, following detailed prints for layout and assembly.
• Contribute to point-to-point testing throughout installation to verify proper wiring and assembly according to client-specific blueprints.
• Follow ESD and safety procedures, and comply with all company security policies and operational guidelines.
• Work collaboratively within a team of 7–9 technicians in a cell-based assembly environment to meet production schedules and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and handle components with care to protect product quality.
• Be available to work Saturdays as needed and participate in overtime as required, within established hour limits.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support production and continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of experience in mechanical installation and assembly or closely related fields such as millwright work, airframe mechanics, install technicians, maintenance, or panel building.
• Ability to read and comprehend English verbal and written instructions, wiring lists, and production documentation.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, graphs, and schematics related to mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Proficiency in basic mechanical assembly, including installation of mechanical parts, panels, rails, and cabinets.
• Experience working with wiring and electrical components, including point-to-point wiring installation and testing.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively in a production or industrial environment.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions in a production setting.
• Comfort working with industrial and production equipment such as swage tools, wire prep tools, contact systems, preset dies, and cut-off machines.
• Ability to operate a personal computer using a Windows-based operating system and related software.
• Knowledge of ESD practices and safety protocols in an electronic assembly environment.
• Ability to identify and distinguish components accurately (Component ID).
• High School Diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in avionics, A&P, military maintenance, facilities maintenance, mechanical assembly technician roles, or millwright work is highly relevant and can lead to strong performance in this role.
• Experience in control panel assembly, panel building, or industrial machine building is a strong plus.
• Experience with soldering in an industrial or production environment.
• Familiarity with production processes involving large, intricate units and long build cycles (multi-day projects).
• Comfort working from detailed prints and client-specific blueprints that may vary by order.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, cell production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus in both mechanical and electrical assembly work.
• Willingness to work overtime, including occasional Sundays, within defined hour limits.
• Experience in environments that require strict adherence to safety, ESD, and security procedures.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that offers clear pathways for career growth, where leaders have advanced from entry-level roles into executive positions. The organization is known for truly taking care of its people, providing an employee-focused center with recreational spaces such as cornhole, ping pong, and a basketball court that encourage breaks and camaraderie. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that typically includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement savings options, paid time off, and sick pay, as well as a ride share program and biweekly pay upon conversion to a permanent role. The culture emphasizes teamwork, professional development, and a supportive environment that values both performance and work-life balance.

Work Environment

This role is based in an extremely clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility focused on electrical and mechanical assembly. The electrical assembly area consists of 11 cell stations (6 on one side and 5 on the other) with large, well-organized workspaces. Technicians work in teams of approximately 7–9 people per cell to assemble large units from the ground up, following detailed blueprints and specifications. The standard schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with required openness to working Saturdays as needed. Overtime is available, with a firm limit of no more than 58 hours per week, and when in a permanent role, double time is provided for Sundays worked. The environment emphasizes safety, ESD control, and adherence to security policies, while also providing comfortable, spacious work areas and access to an employee center with recreational activities that support a positive workplace experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, TN.

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 Memphis,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 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.

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.