Mechanical Technician

Kelly Services; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine

Retirement plan

Holiday pay

Transit benefit

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician on 2nd shift to assemble reverse osmosis equipment. You will lay out, fabricate, and assemble PVC and metal piping spools, install sensors and mechanical devices, and support the construction of water treatment systems.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in a mechanical trade, reads engineered drawings and schematics, and pays close attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of hands-on experience in a mechanical trade (e.g., automotive repair, HVAC, plumbing, pipefitting, industrial maintenance, equipment assembly).
• Ability to read and work from engineered drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble reverse osmosis equipment and related mechanical systems.
• Lay out, fabricate, and assemble PVC and metal piping spools.
• Install sensors, instruments, valves, fittings, and other mechanical devices.
• Assemble conduit, electrical panels per quality and EHS standards.
• Read and interpret engineered drawings, electrical schematics, plumbing layouts, and assembly instructions.
• Follow engineering specifications, quality requirements, and approved work procedures.
• Inspect completed work to ensure proper fit, function, and compliance with specifications.
• Identify and report quality issues, design concerns, or equipment problems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety policies and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical trades experience

Read engineered drawings

Safety footwear required

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Mechanical Technician

2nd shift

Hours:

1:45pm- 10:15pm. There is voluntary OT available at times.

Skills

• 1 or more years of experience working in mechanical trades such as auto repair, HVAC, plumbing, electrical


• Example – if they worked as a plumber apprentice or electrical apprentice, that would be a perfect fit


• Must wear safety shoes/steel toes

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Mechanical Technician to join our team assembling reverse osmosis equipment. In this role, you will lay out, fabricate, and assemble PVC and metal piping spools, install sensors and mechanical devices, and support the construction of high-quality water treatment systems.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience in a mechanical trade, strong attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret engineered drawings and schematics.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble reverse osmosis equipment and related mechanical systems.


• Lay out, fabricate, and assemble PVC and metal piping spools.


• Install sensors, instruments, valves, fittings, and other mechanical devices.


• Assemble conduit, electrical panels, and equipment according to applicable quality and EHS standards.


• Read and interpret engineered drawings, electrical schematics, plumbing layouts, and assembly instructions.


• Follow engineering specifications, quality requirements, and approved work procedures.


• Inspect completed work to ensure proper fit, function, and compliance with specifications.


• Identify and report quality issues, design concerns, or equipment problems.


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


• Follow all company safety policies and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.


• At least one year of hands‑on experience in a mechanical trade, such as:


• Automotive repair


• HVAC


• Plumbing


• Pipefitting


• Industrial maintenance


• Equipment assembly


• Ability to read and work from engineered drawings, electrical schematics, and technical instructions.


• Understanding of basic mechanical assembly, piping, tools, and installation practices.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.


• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate or formal training from a trade school in a mechanical field.


• Experience assembling PVC or metal piping systems.


• Experience working with reverse osmosis, water treatment, industrial equipment, or similar systems.


• Familiarity with sensors, valves, instrumentation, conduit, or electrical panels.


• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and comfortable following technical drawings and specifications. They should be able to troubleshoot issues, maintain consistent quality, and collaborate effectively with engineering, production, and quality teams.

Benefits

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en).

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affluent Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.