Assembly Technician

Aerotek; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

On-site cafeteria and gym

Job summary

Aerotek in Pooler, GA seeks an Assembly Technician to join our team on a contract-to-hire basis. You’ll train on the first shift for 30–60 days, then transition to a 2nd shift (4pm–2:30am), with overtime opportunities and Monday–Thursday work.

You will read assembly drawings, use heavy tools and precision gauges, and perform precision assembly tasks while maintaining safety and quality standards in a fully onsite facility.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in manufacturing or precision mechanical assembly, equipment maintenance or repair.
• Strong attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Effective communication skills in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination.
• Mathematical skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Understanding and operation of both SAE and Metric units of measure.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to understand and follow instructions in various formats.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and understand assembly drawings, work instructions, and lifting procedures.
• Utilize heavy tools such as hydraulic tensioners, wrenches, jacks, drills, induction heating, pneumatic/electric tools, drilling equipment, and specialty assembly fixtures.
• Operate material handling equipment including cranes, rigging, and industrial vehicles.
• Employ precision measuring equipment to take and record measurements as required by assembly drawings and quality standards, including micrometers, calipers, taper gauges, laser measuring equipment, dial indicators, and pressure gauges.
• Perform precision assembly tasks such as grinding, honing, polishing, and blade pinning.
• Prepare materials for assembly by cleaning or polishing.
• Use a computer for data entry, job tracking, quality records, and training.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team and work independently when necessary.

Skills

Heavy tools usage

Precision measuring

Assembly experience

Diesel repair

Tools

Hydraulic tensioners

Wrenches

Jacks

Drills

Induction heating

Pneumatic tools

Crane operation

Job description

Job Title: Assembly Technician

Job Description

Join our team as an Assembly Technician, where you will start training on the 1st shift for 30-60 days before transitioning to the 2nd shift (4pm - 2:30am), working Monday through Thursday with opportunities for overtime.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and understand assembly drawings, work instructions, and lifting procedures.
• Utilize heavy tools such as hydraulic tensioners, wrenches, jacks, drills, induction heating, pneumatic/electric tools, drilling equipment, and specialty assembly fixtures.
• Operate material handling equipment including cranes, rigging, and industrial vehicles.
• Employ precision measuring equipment to take and record measurements as required by assembly drawings and quality standards, including micrometers, calipers, taper gauges, laser measuring equipment, dial indicators, and pressure gauges.
• Perform precision assembly tasks such as grinding, honing, polishing, and blade pinning.
• Prepare materials for assembly by cleaning or polishing.
• Use a computer for data entry, job tracking, quality records, and training.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team and work independently when necessary.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in using power tools and precision measuring tools.
• Experience in assembly, automotive maintenance, and mechanical assembly/manufacturing.
• Mechanical inclination with skills in diesel repair, heavy wheeled vehicle, tractor repair, and crane operating.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in manufacturing or precision mechanical assembly, equipment maintenance or repair.
• Strong attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Effective communication skills in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination.
• Mathematical skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Understanding and operation of both SAE and Metric units of measure.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to understand and follow instructions in various formats.

Why Work Here?

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401K matching, as well as growth and advancement opportunities. Benefit from tuition reimbursement, on-the-job training, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. Our commitment to quality products and services is matched by a great working environment and culture, supported by employee appreciation programs and events.

Work Environment

Enjoy a state-of-the-art facility equipped with an on-site cafeteria, locker rooms, and gym amenities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pooler, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pooler, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pooler,GA.

About Aerotek

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.