Installation Technician

Aerotek; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Construction Job Force is seeking an Installation Technician to assemble large-scale structural and automation equipment on-site in Portland, OR. You will use hand and power tools, read blueprints, and work in a fast-paced environment to meet project deadlines.

Ideal candidates have 1–5 years in assembly or construction, enjoy teamwork, and can perform heavy lifting and climb heights with safety protocols. This contract role offers 5–7 months with potential travel and onsite benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in assembly, construction, automotive, or similar industry.
• Proficiency with a scissor lift; forklift proficiency is a plus.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced construction or assembly environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and drawings for accurate assembly.
• Working knowledge of automation components such as motors, belts, pulleys, sheet metal assemblies, and hardware.
• Experience with standard hand tools including socket & box wrenches, hand drills & impact drivers, allen keys, files & deburring tools.
• Experience with standard machine shop tools and tool safety including belt sanders, band saws, bench grinders, and drill presses.
• Familiarity with industrial-scale tools such as mills and lathes is a plus.
• Familiarity with standard wiring components including reading circuit diagrams, swage connectors, stripping & terminating wires, screw gate terminals.

Responsibilities

• Assemble large-scale structural and automation equipment according to project specifications.
• Utilize hand and power tools for construction tasks.
• Meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in assembly tasks.
• Engage in heavy lifting activities as required.
• Comfortably work at heights up to 17 while following safety protocols.
• Perform physical tasks such as crouching, bending, pulling, and lifting.

Skills

General labor

Construction skills

Power tools

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Electrical components

Tools

Scissor lift

Forklift

Job description

Job Title: Installation Technician

Job Description

As an Installation Technician, you will be responsible for assembling large-scale structural and automation equipment in accordance with project specifications. Your role will involve utilizing knowledge of hand and power tools for efficient construction, thriving in a fast-paced environment to meet project deadlines, and working both independently and collaboratively within a team. You will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in assembly tasks, engage in heavy lifting activities as required by the project, and work comfortably at heights up to 17 while adhering to safety protocols. Additionally, you will perform physical tasks such as crouching, bending, pulling, and lifting.

Responsibilities

• Assemble large-scale structural and automation equipment according to project specifications.
• Utilize hand and power tools for construction tasks.
• Meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in assembly tasks.
• Engage in heavy lifting activities as required.
• Comfortably work at heights up to 17 while following safety protocols.
• Perform physical tasks such as crouching, bending, pulling, and lifting.

Essential Skills

• General labor experience.
• Construction skills.
• Proficiency with power tools and hand tools.
• Ability to read blueprints and tape measures.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of electrical components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in assembly, construction, automotive, or similar industry.
• Proficiency with a scissor lift; forklift proficiency is a plus.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced construction or assembly environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and drawings for accurate assembly.
• Working knowledge of automation components such as motors, belts, pulleys, sheet metal assemblies, and hardware.
• Experience with standard hand tools including socket & box wrenches, hand drills & impact drivers, allen keys, files & deburring tools.
• Experience with standard machine shop tools and tool safety including belt sanders, band saws, bench grinders, and drill presses.
• Familiarity with industrial-scale tools such as mills and lathes is a plus.
• Familiarity with standard wiring components including reading circuit diagrams, swage connectors, stripping & terminating wires, screw gate terminals.

Why Work Here?

This project offers a duration of 5-7 months, with potential opportunities to travel and work on future projects. This role provides a chance to expand your skills and experience in a dynamic environment.

Work Environment

You will be working inside the back of a grocery store where it can be loud and dusty, with numerous automation parts requiring installation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following

• Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

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.