Lead Mechanical Assembly Technician

TEKsystems; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth post-tax deductions

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

TEKsystems in Manassas, VA is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Assembly Technician to oversee installation of large-scale infrastructure within a hyperscale data center. This on-site contract role emphasizes hands-on leadership and safety.

You will guide a crew of 3–5 technicians, read mechanical and structural drawings, install anchors, frames, trays and doors, and ensure quality and timely completion. Strong focus on safety and mentorship is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of structural or mechanical assembly/installation experience.
• 1+ year of crew leadership experience.
• Experience with steel erection, mechanical assemblies, containment systems, strut/support systems, millwright work, or modular equipment.
• Experience installing post-installed concrete anchors.
• Experience using calibrated torque tools.
• Ability to read mechanical and assembly drawings.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of approximately 3-5 technicians during daily installation activities.
• Coordinate daily work, pre-task planning, safety, production, and quality.
• Read and work from mechanical, structural, and installation drawings.
• Install anchors, support frames, structural modules, connections, trays, panels, and doors.
• Use calibrated torque tools to complete bolted connections.
• Coordinate module lifts and installation activities with rigging teams.
• Track daily production and completed installation work.
• Train and mentor junior mechanical assembly technicians.
• Inspect tools and aerial work platforms before use.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Crew leadership

Reading drawings

Safety minded

Quality focus

Structural/mec‑anical

Mechanical assembly

Tools

Calibrated torque tools

Job description

Lead Mechanical Assembly Technician

Location: Manassas, VA

Work Environment: On-site, hyperscale data center

Schedule: 10-hour shifts, five days per week

Position Type: Contract

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Lead Mechanical Assembly Technician to support a major infrastructure deployment inside a large, fast-paced hyperscale data center environment.

who enjoys being hands-on while leading a crew. You will help oversee the installation of large-scale infrastructure systems, including structural modules, support frames, containment systems, trays, panels, doors, and associated hardware.

What You'll Do

• Lead a crew of approximately 3-5 technicians during daily installation activities.




• Coordinate daily work, pre-task planning, safety, production, and quality.




• Read and work from mechanical, structural, and installation drawings.




• Install anchors, support frames, structural modules, connections, trays, panels, and doors.




• Use calibrated torque tools to complete bolted connections.




• Coordinate module lifts and installation activities with rigging teams.




• Track daily production and completed installation work.




• Train and mentor junior mechanical assembly technicians.




• Inspect tools and aerial work platforms before use.




• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of structural or mechanical assembly/installation experience.




• 1+ year of crew leadership experience.




• Experience with steel erection, mechanical assemblies, containment systems, strut/support systems, millwright work, or modular equipment.




• Experience installing post-installed concrete anchors.




• Experience using calibrated torque tools.




• Ability to read mechanical and assembly drawings.




• Strong commitment to safety and quality.

Preferred Experience

• Previous hyperscale or large data center construction experience.




• Data center white-space installation experience.




• Rigging or signal-person experience.




• OSHA 10 certification; OSHA 30 is a plus.




• Aerial work platform experience.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Manassas, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $48.00/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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manassas,VA.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard 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.