Mechanical/electrical Technician

Aerotek is hiring Mechanical/Electrical Technician's! 1st & 2nd shift - Starting pay $22.51/hr! Job Description We are seeking a skilled Mechanical/Electrical Technician to efficiently interpret work instructions and assemble components for industrial machinery using blueprints, sketches, and other authorized documents. Join our team to contribute to building state-of-the-art machinery. Responsibilities Read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, and sketches for component assembly. Perform electromechanical and mechanical assembly with precision. Conduct mechanical and electrical testing. Handle wiring and panel wiring tasks. Safely operate tack welders and stud guns. Maintain accurate daily labor reports. Identify major components, gauges, solenoids, valves, and fittings. Lay out work by measuring and marking dimensions as per drawings. Safely operate fork trucks, hand trucks, and rigging equipment. Prepare and assemble pumping system skids and cut water hosing to length. Cut, bend, and attach flexi-bar from VRT to power feedthroughs. Essential Skills Mechanical and electrical aptitude. Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics. Experience with electromechanical assembly and mechanical assembly. Familiarity with panel wiring and mounting. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with mechanical and electrical testing. Ability to operate tack welders, stud guns, and rigging equipment. Capability to manage accurate daily labor reports. Why Work Here? Enjoy comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits, along with a 401k plan. Benefit from great union perks once you transition to a full-time position. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth. Work Environment Work in a very clean, organized, and well-lit facility, with hot conditions in the summer. Operate within a unionized setting, collaborating with a small team. Shifts include 1st shift (6:00 am to 4:30 pm) and 2nd shift (4:30 pm to 3:00 am), with potential shift premiums for full-time employees. Training on 1st shift is common, and shifts may change based on union seniority rules. Work schedule runs Monday through Friday, with potential Saturday hours. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.51 - $22.51/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 Cherry Valley,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 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.