🔧 Operator – Develop into a Trade (7:00 AM–3:30 PM)

Full Benefits • Hands‑On Training • Work With Highly Skilled Tradesmen

BUFFALO, NY | $19-22/hr | 1st shift

Looking for a hands‑on role where you can develop real mechanical skills, work alongside expert tradesmen, and build a future in a high‑demand, niche industry?

Join our team as an Operator / Shop Hand, supporting Belt Splice Technicians who specialize in a unique, sought‑after trade within industrial maintenance. This is an excellent opportunity if you enjoy physical work, want to learn from seasoned professionals, and are ready to grow a long-term career in a specialized mechanical field.

🛠️ What You’ll DoSupport technicians with job prep, cleanup, and shop organizationPack, organize, and prepare parts, materials, and toolsKeep the shop clean, safe, and efficient—sweeping, sorting, and staging equipmentLoad and unload trucks at the dockPerform general labor tasks to keep workflow movingFollow all safety guidelines and use proper PPE

You’ll work closely with 3–4 skilled tradesmen, gaining exposure to belt splicing, industrial machinery, shop processes, and field service support.

⭐ What You BringAbility to lift 50 lbs and handle physical laborStrong work ethic with a willingness to learn a specialized tradeMechanical aptitude and comfort around tools and industrial equipmentReliable transportation and excellent punctualityAbility to work overtime or weekends when neededNice-to-Have SkillsInventory experienceShipping/receivingBasic assembly skillsMeasuring tools experience🎉 Why You’ll Love Working Here

This is more than a labor job—it’s a chance to learn a niche trade, gain mechanical skills, and work in an environment where you’re trained directly by experienced technicians.

You’ll enjoy:

Full medical coverage401(k) with company matchPaid time off + holiday payCompetitive pay + bonus opportunitiesOvertime availableOn‑the‑job training in a specialized, high‑value industry

If you’re driven, reliable, and want to grow your career with skilled professionals, this is the perfect place to start.

🏭 Work EnvironmentNon‑climate‑controlled industrial shop (warm in summer, cooler in winter)Work around industrial machinery and hand toolsSmall, supportive team of techniciansIncludes both shop work and occasional field service supportHours: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 2, 2026.

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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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