Contract Mechanical Technician: Process Skids & Piping

NES Fircroft; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking Mechanical Technicians to support assembly, installation, and integration of process systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in San Jose, CA. The role involves reading drawings, sourcing BOMs, and assembling piping, fittings, and equipment for skid systems.

Candidates should have 1–3 years in mechanical assembly, experience with stainless piping, and proficiency with fabrication tools.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in mechanical assembly, fabrication, maintenance, industrial construction, manufacturing, or related field.
• Experience with stainless steel process piping, tubing, fittings, and fluid handling systems.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install process piping systems using flange, threaded (NPT), compression, and hose barb connections.
• Measure, cut, bend, deburr, and route small-bore tubing.
• Assemble and install compression fittings (Swagelok/Parker).
• Fabricate brackets, supports, skid mounts, and mechanical assemblies.
• Install and integrate pumps, valves, heat exchangers, instrumentation, and other equipment into skid systems.
• Support welding by preparing pipe/tubing (cutting, facing, deburring, cleaning, fit-up).
• Read P&IDs, mechanical drawings, BOMs.
• Assist with rigging, lifting, positioning, leveling, anchoring skid systems.
• Verify components against documentation before installation.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment per safety procedures.

Skills

Read technical drawings

Read and follow engineering docs

Physical fitness for 50 lb lifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Band saws

Drill presses

Cold saws

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

NES Fircroft is seeking Mechanical Technicians to support assembly, installation, and integration of process systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in San Jose, CA. The role involves reading drawings, sourcing BOMs, and assembling piping, fittings, and equipment for skid systems.

Candidates should have 1–3 years in mechanical assembly, experience with stainless piping, and proficiency with fabrication tools.