Technician I

Aerotek; Minnesota; On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, PTO

Uniforms provided

Boot reimbursement

Paid breaks

Team-oriented culture

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Technician to support pilot-scale chemical processing tests in Minneapolis. You will set up, operate, troubleshoot, and clean equipment, while documenting results and coordinating with Process Development Engineers to ensure safe testing.

Responsibilities include loading materials, taking samples, and performing basic plumbing and utility connections. Forklift experience is preferred, with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency in an industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read technical documents, diagrams, and safety information.
• Experience with hand tools, material handling equipment, and shop math.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, operate, and monitor processing equipment.
• Load materials, collect samples, and document test results.
• Troubleshoot equipment and make process adjustments as needed.
• Perform basic plumbing and utility connections.
• Disassemble, clean, and store equipment after testing.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials and finished products.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading technical documents

Hand tools & shop math

Forklift experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Description

Technician

Support pilot-scale chemical processing tests by setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and cleaning process equipment. Partner with Process Development Engineers to ensure safe, accurate testing and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, operate, and monitor processing equipment.
• Load materials, collect samples, and document test results.
• Troubleshoot equipment and make process adjustments as needed.
• Perform basic plumbing and utility connections.
• Disassemble, clean, and store equipment after testing.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials and finished products.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read technical documents, diagrams, and safety information.
• Experience with hand tools, material handling equipment, and shop math.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Environment

• Industrial chemical processing environment with exposure to heat, steam, and processing equipment.

Benefits

• Strong growth and advancement opportunities.
• Excellent medical, dental, PTO, and vacation benefits.
• Company-provided uniforms and boot reimbursement.
• Paid breaks and a team-oriented culture.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr.

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 disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in MINNEAPOLIS,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.