Mechanical Assembler
Aerotek
Posted Friday, April 10, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005952213
Mechanical Assemblers In Carlsbad, CA
$22 - $27/HR
Job Description
This role focuses on assembling, testing, and troubleshooting electro-mechanical capital equipment from sub-assembly through final test and system acceptance. You will start by learning sub-assembly processes and progressively take on full final assembly responsibilities, ensuring that each system meets stringent quality and reliability standards.
Responsibilities
- Assemble electro-mechanical capital equipment, sub-systems, mechanisms, and controls from sub-assembly through final assembly.
- Follow detailed assembly procedures, technical drawings, test procedures, specifications, data sheets, schematics, and wiring diagrams to build and verify equipment.
- Set up and operate standard and specialized test equipment to evaluate system performance and functionality.
- Conduct tests to determine the quality and reliability of equipment and sub-systems.
- Diagnose the root cause of malfunctions or performance issues in electro-mechanical systems and implement necessary corrections and adjustments.
- Perform troubleshooting on electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic components as required.
- Use hand tools, measurement tools, and test instruments such as multimeters and calipers to assemble and validate components.
- Work with wiring and cabling to ensure proper electrical connections and adherence to relevant standards.
- Collaborate with other technicians and assemblers at various levels to complete projects efficiently and accurately.
- Maintain accurate documentation of assembly, test, and troubleshooting activities as required.
- Perform all other related duties as assigned to support manufacturing and production goals.
Essential Skills
- Ability to interpret drawings and work instructions
- 2+ years of assembly experience
- Hands-on experience assembling, testing, and troubleshooting sub assemblies
- Competence using multimeters, calipers, and other measurement and diagnostic tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Work Environment
Schedule is Monday through Friday, typically from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with flexibility on start time.
You will work in a mid-sized team environment with multiple levels of technicians and assemblers, collaborate on projects and support one another. The dress code is casual.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carlsbad, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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)
This is a fully onsite position in Carlsbad,CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 21, 2026.
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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