Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Assembler to join our team. This role involves the assembly of large diesel and natural gas engines, utilizing a variety of hand and power tools, specialized torque equipment, pneumatic tooling, electrical testing equipment, and lifting devices/cranes. The successful candidate will be manipulating engine components during the assembly process and learning the technical aspects of engine assembly, including troubleshooting and repair of in-process engines.
Responsibilities
Assemble large diesel and natural gas engines.
Utilize hand and power tools, torque equipment, pneumatic tooling, and electrical testing equipment.
Interpret blueprints and specifications to complete sub-assemblies.
Review work instructions and document processes/progress using CPU.
Troubleshoot and repair in-process engines.
Collaborate with team members in assembly zones.
Essential Skills
Proven experience in an industrial environment, working with hands.
Experience using mechanical tooling such as torque equipment and DC tools.
Mid-level mechanical aptitude.
Ability to follow written work instructions, SOPs, and blueprints.
CPU skills for following engineering drawings and processes.
Ability to pass written and hands-on assessments during training.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in automotive, diesel technician, lube technician, tire shop, farming, construction, or maintenance industries.
No diploma required.
Steel-toed or composite shoes required to start.
Shift & Pay
1st Shift: 6:30AM-2:30PM
2nd Shift: 2:30PM-10:30PM
3rd Shift: 10:30PM-6:30AM.
Weekend 1st Shift: 6AM-6PM (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Weekend 3rd Shift: 6PM-6AM (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
$21.34 with shift differentials for off shifts
Why Work Here?
Employees have the opportunity to apply for full-time positions after the contract period, with attendance and performance being key factors. Full-time benefits include 18 days of PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% 401K match up to 6%, and health, dental, vision, and life insurance effective from the first day of employment. All employees receive raises at 90, 180, and 365 days.
Work Environment
The facility operates on three shifts: 1st Shift (6:30 AM - 2:30 PM), 2nd Shift (2:30 PM - 10:30 PM), and 3rd Shift (10:30 PM - 6:30 AM). The manufacturing environment is temperature-controlled, with a relaxed dress code allowing sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats, work pants, and jeans. PPE is mandatory, including steel or composite toe shoes, earplugs, and protective glasses. The campus is tobacco-free, with approved locations for use during breaks. Employees typically work in pairs in assembly zones, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lafayette, Indiana.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.34 - $22.09/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. 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 disability
• Health 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 Lafayette,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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.
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