Assembler

Aleron; Town of Alden (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aleron is seeking an Assembler in Alden, NY to assemble industrial HVAC and cooling equipment. This direct placement role offers 40 hours/week and a pay rate of $18.00–$25.00 per hour.

You will read mechanical drawings, perform assembly, wiring, and testing, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to build equipment used across North America. A High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years in HVAC installation and refrigeration are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years in Commercial or residential HVAC installation.
• 2+ years in Refrigeration systems.
• 2+ years in Mechanical Assembly.
• 2+ years in Pipe fitting and brazing.
• 2+ years in Reading blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• 2+ years in Troubleshooting mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Install and connect refrigeration components, piping, valves, coils, and controls.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and work instructions.
• Perform mechanical assembly, wiring, and equipment testing.
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality and performance standards.
• Work with engineering and production teams to build equipment used throughout North America.

Skills

HVAC installation experience

Reading blueprints & wiring diagrams

Mechanical assembly

Pipe fitting & brazing

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Job Title: Assembler

Location: Alden, NY

Employment Type: Direct Placement

Industry: Manufacturing

Compensation: $18.00 - $25.00/hr.

Schedule: 40 hours/week

About the Opportunity:

• This role is ideal for HVAC professionals who enjoy working with equipment but want greater schedule stability, a safer work environment, and the opportunity to build products rather than install them in the field.
• Assemble industrial HVAC and cooling equipment.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

• This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

• Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

• Install and connect refrigeration components, piping, valves, coils, and controls.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and work instructions.
• Perform mechanical assembly, wiring, and equipment testing.
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality and performance standards.
• Work with engineering and production teams to build equipment used throughout North America.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in Commercial or residential HVAC installation.
• 2+ years of experience in Refrigeration systems.
• 2+ years of experience in Mechanical Assembly.
• 2+ years of experience in Pipe fitting and brazing.
• 2+ years of experience in Reading blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• 2+ years of experience in Troubleshooting mechanical systems.

What Sets You Apart:

• HVAC Technician.
• HVAC Installer.
• Refrigeration Technician.
• Sheet Metal Mechanic.
• Mechanical Technician.
• Service Technician.
• Building Maintenance Technician.
• HVAC Apprentice with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to read technical drawings and work instructions.
• Attention to quality and detail.
• HVAC certification or related experience.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
• Ability to lift and move production materials.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.