Service Mechanic – Direct Hire

Aerotek; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Eight paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental plan

Life insurance

Short-term Disability

401k/Profit Sharing

Paid training

Job summary

Aerotek in Hopkins, MN is seeking a Service Mechanic — Field Service for bucket trucks. This full-time role involves travel across nearby states Monday–Friday, on-site diagnostics, and hands-on repairs in the field and shop.

You’ll install hydraulics/electrical components, perform preventative maintenance, and document work. Base pay up to $55/hr, with comprehensive benefits and paid training.

Qualifications

• 1+ year recent mechanic experience; heavy equipment or truck experience preferred.
• Diesel engines and chassis repair experience.
• Strong wiring, troubleshooting, and repair abilities.
• Hands-on hydraulic systems experience on trucks or aerial equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair issues independently in the field.
• Own a complete mechanic tool set.
• Willingness to travel Monday–Friday.
• Safety around welding, fumes, and automotive fluids with proper PPE.

Responsibilities

• Field repairs — Perform hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical repairs on bucket trucks at customer sites.
• Diagnostics — Troubleshoot diesel chassis, electrical systems, hydraulic components, and aerial lift equipment.
• On-site fixes — Complete wiring repairs, component replacements, system adjustments, and emergency fixes.
• Installations — Install and configure hydraulic and electrical components on bucket trucks and aerial lifts.
• Preventative maintenance — Perform inspections to identify issues before failures occur.
• Documentation — Record repairs, parts used, and service details accurately.
• Independent travel — Manage your own schedule while traveling Monday–Friday across nearby states.
• Safety compliance — Work safely around welding operations, fumes, oils, and automotive fluids using proper PPE.

Skills

Field repair

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Diesel engines

Travel readiness

Documentation

Safety practices

Tools

Tool set for field and shop

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Service Mechanic — Field Service (Bucket Trucks)

Full-Time • Monday–Friday Travel • Field + Shop Work – paying up to $55/hr – DIRECT HIRE

About the Role

The Service Mechanic — Field Service position is a travel-based role responsible for repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting bucket trucks and aerial lift equipment. You’ll work independently across surrounding states Monday–Friday, performing on-site diagnostics, hydraulic and electrical repairs, and equipment installations. When not traveling, you’ll support shop operations to keep equipment safe, reliable, and ready for service.

What You’ll Do

• Field Repairs — Perform hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical repairs on bucket trucks at customer sites.

• Diagnostics — Troubleshoot diesel chassis, electrical systems, hydraulic components, and aerial lift equipment.

• On-Site Fixes — Complete wiring repairs, component replacements, system adjustments, and emergency fixes.

• Installations — Install and configure hydraulic and electrical components on bucket trucks and aerial lifts.

• Preventative Maintenance — Perform inspections to identify issues before failures occur.

• Documentation — Record repairs, parts used, and service details accurately.

• Independent Travel — Manage your own schedule while traveling Monday–Friday across nearby states.

• Safety Compliance — Work safely around welding operations, fumes, oils, and automotive fluids using proper PPE.

What You Need

• Mechanic Experience — 1+ year of recent mechanic experience; heavy equipment or truck experience preferred.

• Diesel Knowledge — Experience with diesel engines and chassis repairs.

• Electrical Skills — Strong wiring, troubleshooting, and repair abilities.

• Hydraulic Skills — Hands‑on experience with hydraulic systems on trucks or aerial equipment.

• Field Troubleshooting — Ability to diagnose and repair issues independently in the field.

• Tools — Must own a complete mechanic tool set suitable for field and shop work.

• Travel Readiness — Comfortable traveling Monday–Friday.

• Safety Practices — Ability to work safely around welding, fumes, oils, and automotive fluids.

Preferred Experience

• Field Service Experience— Mobile equipment or commercial truck service experience.

• Aerial Lift Knowledge — Experience with bucket trucks or aerial lift equipment.

• Shop Safety — Familiarity with safe shop practices and diagnostic tools.

• Technical Aptitude — Ability to read schematics and technical documentation.

• Communication — Clear documentation and customer communication skills.

• Training Mindset — Willingness to participate in paid company training.

Work Environment

This role combines extensive field travel with shop and office work . Expect weekly travel Monday–Friday, moderate shop noise, exposure to welding operations and automotive fluids, and required PPE. Office time is used for documentation and coordination.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hopkins, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55000.00 – $100000.00/yr.

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.

PTO: Upon hire, 3.077 hours of PTO are granted every payroll (80 hours annually). After completion of 1 year, 4.615 hours of PTO will be granted every payroll. After ten years of service, 6.154 hours of PTO are granted every payroll (160 hours annually).

Benefits: Benefits package options will be made available for selection before eligibility begins. You will be eligible for benefits on the first day of the month after a thirty (30)-day waiting period.

• Paid Holidays o Eight (8) paid holidays — includes one (1) floating holiday.
• Comprehensive health care coverage o ABM Equipment, LLC, pays approximately 65% of base individual and family premiums.
• Dental Plan Option o Individual and family premiums paid by the employee
• Paid Life Insurance o $50,000 term coverage
• Short-term Disability o 60% of weekly income up to $500/wk. for up to 13 weeks
• Funeral leave o Two (2) paid days for an immediate family member
• 401k/Profit Sharing plan o Employee voluntary contributions pre or post-tax. Eligible the first of the month after three (3) months of employment o 3% of gross pay distributed bi-weekly (safe harbor). Eligible the first of the month after one (1) year of employment
• Other – Benefits o Company provided “branded” clothing o Company-supported/paid training, as needed

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hopkins,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.

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.