Mechanical Technician

Aerotek; Lima (OH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aerotek in Lima, OH is seeking a Mechanical Technician who will weld and move machinery, disassemble and reassemble equipment, relocate and upgrade machinery in industrial plants, and install production lines and conveyor systems for manufacturing facilities. The role operates on the first shift (7 AM–4 PM) at client sites within a one-hour radius of Lima, with a contract-to-hire path.

Ideal candidates bring stick and TIG welding experience, basic hand-tool proficiency, and a willingness to

Qualifications

• Experience installing machines and conveyor systems.
• Proficiency in stick and TIG welding.
• Able to use hand tools and read drawings.
• Willingness to learn millwright work.

Responsibilities

• Weld and move machinery using stick and TIG welding.
• Disassemble, reassemble, relocate, and upgrade machinery in plants.
• Install production lines and conveyor systems in manufacturing plants.
• Fabricate and weld steel using MIG and stick methods.
• Move materials and gather required tooling.

Skills

Stick welding

TIG welding

Conveyor systems

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Welding tools

Millwright tools

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Technician Job Description

As a Mechanical Technician, you will primarily engage in welding and moving machinery using stick and TIG welding techniques. Your role involves disassembling and reassembling machinery, relocating and upgrading equipment in industrial plants, and installing production lines and conveyor systems for manufacturing facilities. You will also be responsible for fabricating and welding steel using MIG and STICK methods, moving materials, and gathering necessary tooling.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and moving machinery operations using stick and TIG welding.

• Disassemble, reassemble, relocate, and upgrade machinery in industrial plants.

• Install production lines and conveyor systems for manufacturing plants.

• Fabricate and weld steel using MIG and STICK methods.

• Move materials and gather required tooling.

Essential Skills

• Experience in machine installation, conveyor systems, and construction.

• Proficiency in stick and TIG welding.

• Skilled in using hand tools with mechanical ability.

• Willingness to learn millwright work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic hand tools and weld tools knowledge is preferred.

• Ability to work within a one-hour radius around Lima, OH.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working at client sites within a one-hour radius around Lima, OH, offering the opportunity to engage in diverse projects with a standard working week of 40+ hours from Monday to Friday.

Work Environment

The position is based in Lima, OH, primarily at client sites. Work is conducted during the first shift, typically from 7 AM to 4 PM, with slight adjustments possible.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lima, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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 & 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 to Hire position based out of Lima, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Lima,OH.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.