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Job Title: Pump Mechanic Trainee (Nights)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and mechanically inclined individual to join our team as a Pump Mechanic Trainee. In this role, you will start as a shop helper and gradually advance to become a 1st class API Pump mechanic. You will be involved in servicing and repairing pumps and rotating equipment, gaining valuable experience in the field.

Responsibilities

+ Assist in cleaning the shop, including sweeping and mopping.

+ Utilize measuring instruments such as tape measures, calipers, and OD & ID micrometers.

+ Support mechanics with overhauls and repairs.

+ Assist machinists in fabricating parts.

Essential Skills

+ Possess at least 2+ years of mechanical aptitude.

+ Have a minimum of three years of experience with pumps.

+ Proficient in using measuring tools, including measuring tape and OD & ID micrometers.

+ Familiarity with blueprint and schematic work.

+ Aspire to become a 1st class API Pump mechanic.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in mechanical assembly, repair, and troubleshooting.

+ Hands-on experience with hand tools and general labor tasks.

+ Interest in building a long-term career with the company.

Why Work Here?

Our company places a strong emphasis on employee care and aims to attract the best talent by offering highly competitive pay rates. We provide three weeks of paid time off, with flexibility for negotiation, and one week of paternity leave. Employees enjoy a 10% night shift differential and 70% company-paid medical insurance, along with dental and vision coverage. We offer a $1500 referral bonus, a 401k plan with a 3% match, and regular meal provisions. Employees also receive gear and clothing, generous holiday presents, and profit-sharing bonuses.

Work Environment

The work is conducted in a medium-sized, air-conditioned shop that is currently tight on space but will be moving to a larger facility in the near future.

The night shift operates from **Monday to Friday, 3:30 PM to 2:30 AM, and Saturday from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM**

Two paid breaks and one unpaid lunch. **Employees work 50 to 60 hours weekly,** with occasional Sundays paid at double time.

The dress code includes steel-toed boots, jeans, a work shirt, and safety glasses.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of southeast Houston, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX 77075.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2025.

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.