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Job Title: Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform vibration analysis, laser alignment, and various mechanical services on service calls. The role involves working with large motors, including rigging them in and out of different locations, and performing removal and installation in industrial settings such as wastewater, power plants, and paper mills. You will be responsible for the complete assembly and disassembly of large motors and must be familiar with large turning equipment. The ability to read blueprints and use micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools is essential.

Responsibilities

+ Perform vibration analysis and laser alignment on service calls.

+ Conduct various electrical and mechanical testing.

+ Balance in place all sizes of motors.

+ Rigging motors in and out of different locations.

+ Remove and install large motors in industrial settings.

+ Complete assembly and disassembly of large motors.

+ Read blueprints accurately.

+ Utilize micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools effectively.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial mechanical repair.

+ High school degree or equivalent.

+ Experience with vibration analysis and laser alignment.

+ Ability to read blueprints.

+ Proficiency in using micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools.

+ Excellent driving record.

+ Willingness to work overtime, including nights and weekends.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Customer service oriented.

+ Experience with large turning equipment is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in a family-oriented environment with competitive health insurance and benefits. Take advantage of our tool program to purchase your own tools. We also offer a Christmas bonus once you become a permanent employee.

Work Environment

You will be working in a large industrial machining department handling large equipment. The role demands a hands-on approach in a dynamic and challenging environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $27.00/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 Chesapeake,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 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.