**Mechanical Assembler / Trailer Build Technician** **🔥** **Now Hiring: Mechanical Assemblers!** Hands‑On Work • Mechanical Builds • Growth‑Focused Culture Join a culture‑driven, people‑first manufacturing facility that produces high‑quality aluminum feed transportation trailers. If you’re mechanically inclined and enjoy working with tools, assembling components, and solving problems with your hands — this is a great opportunity. **🛠️** **What You’ll Do** You’ll work on the final assembly of aluminum trailers, including: + Wiring 12‑volt lights onto trailers + Installing hydraulic hoses and hydraulic lines + Installing pneumatic air lines for suspension systems + Performing low‑voltage electrical installations + Installing and assembling mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components + Using hand & power tools daily + Assisting in various departments as needed + Standing for the full workday + Lifting up to 50 lbs + Climbing onto work platforms to complete installations **🧰** **What You Bring** **Must‑Haves:** + 6+ months of 12‑volt electrical wiring **OR** hydraulic installation experience + 6+ months using hand and power tools + Ability to lift 50 lbs + Ability to stand for 8 hours/day + Steel‑toed boots **Nice‑to‑Haves:** + Automotive experience (repair, service, aftermarket, or manufacturing) + Experience with final assembly + Low‑voltage wiring experience + Hydraulic/pneumatic installation + Mechanical aptitude (farm equipment, personal vehicle repair, jobsite tools) **⭐** **Why You’ll Love Working Here** This company truly prioritizes employees — safety, communication, and growth are core values. + Regular performance evaluations at **3, 6, 9, and 12 months** , each offering raise potential + Excellent benefits once direct (PTO, profit sharing, etc.) + Strong culture that values real‑time, honest feedback + People‑first operation with leadership focused on employee well‑being + Additional HR support to maintain and improve workplace culture You'll always know where you stand — leadership provides continuous support and feedback. **🏭** **Work Environment** + Clean, organized manufacturing setting + Cool in winter, warm in summer + About 150 total employees across all departments **Dress Code:** + Steel‑toed boots + Jeans + T‑shirt + Welding jacket/hood if working in welding areas **📲** **Ready to Apply?** + Text **“MECHANIC”** to **319 252 2304** to get started. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Cedar Rapids,IA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 22, 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.