Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Mechanic - $27-34 / hr DIRECT PLACEMENT

Job Description

We are seeking skilled Service Technicians to join our team, working Monday through Friday from 7 am to 3 : 30 pm. In this role, you will be primarily assembling Highway brand utility trucks, including diggers and excavators. Candidates will have the opportunity to work on a variety of equipment in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and install hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, and mechanical components on truck-mounted equipment.
• Fit, weld, bolt, and secure parts using hand and power tools to create fully functional utility vehicles.
• Follow blueprints and layout diagrams to assemble complex systems from the ground up.
• Tear down and rebuild pumps, cylinders, valves, and other hydraulic components.
• Replace worn or damaged parts, fabricate brackets and mounts, and recondition assemblies to factory standards.
• Use diagnostic tools to pinpoint mechanical failures and restore equipment to working condition.
• Wire control panels, lighting systems, and power units for cranes, lifts, and service bodies.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults using multimeters and schematics.
• Ensure all connections meet safety and performance standards.
• Cut, grind, and weld metal to modify truck frames, mounts, and brackets.
• Customize builds based on customer specifications, including tool storage, lift configurations, and control layouts.
• Operate shop equipment like plasma cutters, drill presses, and hydraulic presses.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values employee growth and satisfaction, with annual reviews for raises and promotions. Enjoy a positive work environment where managers and employees maintain a supportive attitude and do not micromanage. Participate in employee outings and BBQs as part of our inclusive company culture. We offer Ichra Insurance with a 65% premium, dental and vision insurance, and $10k in life insurance. Enjoy 80 hours of PTO in the first year and 120 hours in subsequent years, with a flexible approach to time off.

Work Environment

Work in a medium-sized manufacturing and service shop with distinct service areas for welding / fabricating, building chassis, and servicing vehicles. The facility also includes a full paint booth. Candidates should be comfortable working in close proximity to others, as the space can become cramped during busy periods.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hopkins, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $70720.00 / yr.

Ichra Insurance with a 65% premium.

Dental, vision, $10k in life insurance.

PTO : 80 hours year 1, 120 hours years 2+. (They are not strict about PTO. If someone needs to step away they will not give anyone a hard time.)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hopkins,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 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.

Company Description

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.

Company Description

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.