Climate-Controlled Mechanical Assembler – First Shift

Aerotek; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Aerotek in Woodstock, IL is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to build industrial sweeping machines. You will follow detailed instructions to assemble hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical subassemblies across four stations, installing engines, brakes, radiators, and electrical harnesses. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a climate-controlled facility.

The position operates first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with 3–5 hours of overtime typically weekly.

Qualifications

• Mechanical assembly experience with hydraulic, electrical, and heavy components.
• Proficient with hand and power tools, including screw guns, sockets, wrenches, and other common mechanic tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand how parts fit and function together.
• Basic knowledge of nuts, bolts, fasteners, and standard mechanical hardware.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and assembly procedures accurately.
• Capability to perform heavy assembly tasks that may involve handling larger components.
• Experience in mechanical work such as mechanic roles, engine repair, or similar hands-on technical experience.

Responsibilities

• Use written work instructions to assemble industrial sweeping machines accurately and efficiently.
• Perform mechanical assembly of hydraulic, electrical, and subassembly parts using hand and power tools.
• Operate tools such as screw guns, sockets, wrenches, and other power tools to install components.
• Work across four different assembly stations that increase in complexity, each requiring approximately 4-5 hours of labor.
• Install brakes, tires, engines, lift arms, radiators, hoses, harnesses, and various subassemblies as part of the build process.
• Electrify the machine by installing and connecting electrical harnesses and related components.
• Complete final assembly by installing sheet metal panels and the hopper onto the machine.

Skills

Mechanical assembly experience

Hand and power tool proficiency

Mechanical aptitude

Fastener knowledge

Follow detailed work instructions

Heavy assembly capability

Hands-on engine/machine experience

Tools

Screw guns

Sockets

Wrenches

Power tools

Job description

Aerotek in Woodstock, IL is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to build industrial sweeping machines. You will follow detailed instructions to assemble hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical subassemblies across four stations, installing engines, brakes, radiators, and electrical harnesses. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a climate-controlled facility.

The position operates first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with 3–5 hours of overtime typically weekly.