Assembler Local And Travel

Aerotek; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to build large diesel and natural gas engines, following blueprints and work instructions. The role requires using hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools and maintaining safety standards.

You will read engineering drawings, perform basic troubleshooting, operate cranes, and document progress in company systems. This is a contract-to-hire, fully onsite position with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in a mechanical, manufacturing, automotive, diesel, construction, farming, maintenance, or industrial environment.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and torque equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills for reviewing instructions and documenting work.
• Ability to pass written and hands-on assessments during training.
• Steel-toe or composite-toe shoes required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble large diesel and natural gas engines using blueprints and work instructions.
• Use hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and torque equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and SOPs.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and basic repairs.
• Operate cranes, hoists, and lifting devices safely.
• Conduct quality inspections and verify torque specifications.
• Document work progress using computer systems.
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Mechanical aptitude

Tool usage

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Basic computer skills

Problem solving

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Torque equipment

Job description

Mechanical Assembler- Pay up to 22.09/hr- IN.

Location: Lafayette, IN

Pay: $21.34/hr- $22.09/hr

Shift: 1st- 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM

2nd- 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM

3rd- 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble large diesel and natural gas engines using blueprints and work instructions.

• Use hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and torque equipment.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and SOPs.

• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and basic repairs.

• Operate cranes, hoists, and lifting devices safely.

• Conduct quality inspections and verify torque specifications.

• Document work progress using computer systems.

• Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in a mechanical, manufacturing, automotive, diesel, construction, farming, maintenance, or industrial environment.

• Experience using hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and torque equipment.

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

• Basic computer skills for reviewing instructions and documenting work.

• Ability to pass written and hands‑on assessments during training.

• Steel-toe or composite-toe shoes required.

Preferred Experience

• Automotive repair

• Diesel technician work

• Tire or lube technician experience

• Construction

• Facilities maintenance

• Farming or heavy equipment maintenance

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.34 - $22.09/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Lafayette,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 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.