Mechanic Helper

Join our team as a Mechanic Helper, where you will be instrumental in servicing and repairing valves. This role involves using basic hand and air tools such as impact wrenches, air grinders, drills, and torches. You will disassemble pumps and valves, and perform mechanical assistance. Once trained, you will accompany a lead technician to perform assembly duties in power plants.

• Use basic hand and air tools for servicing and repairing valves.
• Disassemble pumps and valves to perform mechanical assistance.
• Accompany a lead technician into the field to perform assembly duties in power plants.

• Mechanical aptitude with a focus on construction and mechanical functions.
• At least 2 years of experience using hand and power tools.
• Experience in physical labor, preferably in military, service, or installation contexts.

• 1+ years of experience in mechanical work (Automotive, Service, Manufacturing).

We offer upward mobility and are growing rapidly. Once permanent, we provide certification opportunities to become a valve technician. Certifications come with raises, rewarding skill advancement over seniority. Be part of a dynamic team with opportunities for growth and career development.

Work in a shop environment and be prepared to get dirty. Must be open to travel. Our operations are based primarily in KY, OH, and WV. Work hours are flexible, ranging from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with the possibility of 12-hour days during outages. Be prepared to be on call some weekends.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Louisville,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 12, 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.