Job Title: Mechanic
Job Description

Position Overview: The candidate will report to the Express Repair Service Manager and will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and upgrading liquid tanks, truck chassis, and fluid delivery systems/pumps.

ResponsibilitiesDiagnose Issues: Identify structural and operational problems with tanks, chassis, and fluid systems.Repair and Replace Parts: Restore equipment functionality by replacing failing parts and repairing malfunctioning components, including welding and fabricating.Install Upgrades: Enhance equipment efficiency by installing additional parts.Perform Tests: Conduct Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) tests on petroleum tanks and chassis.Follow Job Orders: Execute tasks as per customer requests and manager’s directions.Essential SkillsProficiency in using and maintaining various tools (hand, electric, pneumatic, welding/cutting).Ability to read and comprehend work orders, safety manuals, and other instructions.Strong troubleshooting, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.Familiarity with safety standards in motor vehicle repair environments.Effective time management and organizational skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsPrevious mechanic experience in industries such as heavy equipment, automotive, diesel truck, industrial maintenance, etc.Ability to troubleshoot or learn how to troubleshoot various systems including pumps/fluid power systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical.Previous welding/fabrication experience is preferred.Owned toolset is preferred.Why Work Here?

Our company is a family-owned and operated business based in Des Moines, Iowa, with a strong history since 1973. We offer a clean work/shop environment and take pride in our workplace. We provide advancement opportunities in a growing team, with clear performance-based bonuses and raises. We uphold strong company values such as serving the customer above all else, maintaining a good reputation, and reinvesting in the business. We offer competitive employee benefits and support our local community through various stewardship programs.

Work Environment

1st Shift: 7a-5p. The work environment includes a clean shop with a new addition. We foster a close-knit, family-owned culture where everyone supports and respects each other.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Des Moines, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $32.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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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