Assembler - Level 1

PDS Defense, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

401(k)

Paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

Affordable medical coverage plan

DailyPay

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. seeks an Assembler - Level 1 in Tempe, AZ. Build, maintain, and test mechanical equipment and components to meet quality specs.

Identify worn parts, order replacements, and ensure machinery operates safely and reliably. Requirements: high school diploma or equivalent; 0–2 years in mechanical assembly; ability to follow established guidelines under supervision. Apprenticeship or formal training is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; apprenticeship or formal training may be required.
• 0–2 years of experience in the field or related area.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in mechanical assembly.
• Ability to work under direct supervision and follow established guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assembly: Construct and assemble mechanical components to meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintenance & Testing: Perform routine maintenance and conduct tests to verify functionality and safety.
• Part Identification: Detect parts requiring replacement due to wear or malfunction.
• Order Management: Place orders for new parts as needed to maintain operational efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Assembler - Level 1 Tempe, AZ Posted: 1/22/2026

Job Description

Job ID#: 215138

Job Category: Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type: Associate - W2

Shift: 1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Assembler - Level 1, in Tempe, AZ. Job ID#215138

As an Assembly Mechanic, you will play a key role in building, maintaining, and testing mechanical equipment, machinery, and components. Responsibilities include identifying worn or damaged parts, ordering replacements, and ensuring all machinery operates correctly.

Key Responsibilities

• Assembly: Construct and assemble mechanical components to meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintenance & Testing: Perform routine maintenance and conduct tests to verify functionality and safety.
• Part Identification: Detect parts requiring replacement due to wear or malfunction.
• Order Management: Place orders for new parts as needed to maintain operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; apprenticeship or formal training may be required.
• 0–2 years of experience in the field or related area.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in mechanical assembly.
• Ability to work under direct supervision and follow established guidelines.

Special Considerations

• Physical Requirements: Lifting up to 30 lbs without significant repetition.
• Exposure: Moderate exposure to machinery, chemicals, biological agents, and physical risks.
• Equipment: May operate powered industrial trucks (classified as industrial or heavy depending on exposure).

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations).

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance: No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled