Shop Technician

Aerotek; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Fargo, ND is hiring a Shop Technician to install and upfit truck equipment, including plows, service bodies, tool boxes, and hydraulic components. You will work with pre-fabricated parts, read blueprints, and ensure safe, high-quality installations while coordinating with a team.

This contract-to-hire role offers an on-site weekday schedule with potential overtime and Saturday repair work on a voluntary basis.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude for assemblies and fittings.
• Experience using hand and power tools in a shop.
• Ability to read blueprints and installation prints.
• Experience with fabrication and welding as needed.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds and stand long hours.

Responsibilities

• Install truck attachments and equipment onto frames.
• Mount and fasten components securely using tools.
• Read blueprints to ensure safe installations.
• Install wire harnesses and connect to control boxes.
• Paint prep and application in booth as needed.
• Follow safety practices and work both independently and in a team.
• Occasional Saturday repair work optional.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Blueprint reading

Electrical wiring

Fabrication

Welding

Hydraulic systems

Lifting 75 lbs

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: Shop Technician Job Description

The Shop Technician installs and upfits a wide variety of truck equipment, including plows, service bodies, tool boxes, dump bodies, lifts, hitches, graders, and related components. This role focuses on custom installations based on client specifications, requiring strong mechanical aptitude, careful attention to detail, and effective problem-solving skills. The technician works with pre-fabricated and pre-assembled equipment, mounting and integrating it onto truck frames while ensuring safe, high-quality, and reliable operation.

Responsibilities

• Install a variety of pre-fabricated and pre-assembled truck attachments, such as plows, service bodies, tool boxes, dump bodies, lifts, hitches, and graders onto truck frames.

• Use hand tools and power tools to securely mount and fasten equipment and final assemblies onto trucks.

• Read and interpret blueprints and prints to ensure accurate, safe, and compliant installation of equipment.

• Install wire harnesses into trucks and connect equipment to control boxes in the cab, following wiring diagrams and prints.

• Install lights onto trucks after plows, buckets, or other equipment are mounted, ensuring proper placement and functionality.

• Fabricate metal parts as needed to ensure equipment fits properly and securely on the vehicle.

• Install hydraulic hoses and related components where required for specific equipment installations.

• Tape and prepare trucks for paint touch-ups, ensuring surfaces are ready for finishing.

• Apply liquid paint in a paint booth to buckets, frames, hitches, and other components as needed.

• Work both independently and as part of a team, depending on project requirements and workflow.

• Follow shop safety practices, maintain a clean and organized work area, and handle tools and equipment responsibly.

• Perform repairs and adjustments on truck equipment as needed, including optional Saturday repair work on a voluntary basis.

• Adapt to working in awkward positions and on feet for extended periods to complete installations and repairs.

Essential Skills

• Proven mechanical aptitude and ability to perform mechanical assembly and fitting work.

• Experience using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively in a shop or mechanical environment.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and prints for mechanical and electrical installations.

• Experience with mechanical assembly, including mounting and aligning equipment on vehicle frames.

• Ability to perform basic electrical work, including installing wire harnesses and connecting equipment to control boxes.

• Experience with fabrication tasks, including fabricating metal parts to fit vehicles.

• Ability to perform basic welding in support of fabrication and installation work.

• Capability to install and route hydraulic hoses and related components.

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds safely and repeatedly as required by the job.

• Ability to work on feet for long hours during the day in a shop environment.

• Ability to work in awkward positions to reach and install equipment components.

• Strong problem-solving skills to handle custom installations and unique client requirements.

• Comfort working in a mix of independent and team-based tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preference for candidates who have their own tools and toolbox.

• Experience working in a truck upfitting, automotive, or equipment assembly environment.

• Background in repair work on mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems.

• Familiarity with assembly equipment and shop tools used for vehicle upfitting.

• Experience applying paint or coatings in a paint booth setting.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure safe, high-quality installations.

• Good communication skills to coordinate with team members and follow project requirements.

Why Work Here?

The work environment is relaxed, supportive, and focused on long-term employee satisfaction. Leadership takes pride in treating employees well, which is reflected in the many team members who have stayed for over 20 years and the strong overall retention. Employees enjoy a balance of independent work and teamwork, with opportunities for overtime based on personal preference rather than obligation. The culture emphasizes respect, stability, and a clean, comfortable shop setting where people feel valued and encouraged to build a long-term career.

Work Environment

This is a clean, organized shop work environment that is not excessively noisy. Music plays in the Background, creating a comfortable and laid-back atmosphere. The schedule runs Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the option for employees to start as early as 6:30 a.m. to earn overtime if they choose. Typical weekly hours range from 40 to 50, with 40 hours as the standard expectation and additional hours available but not required. The showroom is open on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and some technicians may choose to come in voluntarily for repair work. Work involves standing for long periods, lifting up to 75 pounds, and working in awkward positions when needed to complete installations. The environment offers a mix of independent tasks and collaborative projects, using hand tools, power tools, fabrication equipment, welding equipment, and paint booth facilities to upfit and finish trucks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fargo, ND.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $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 Fargo, ND.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fargo,ND.

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.