Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

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Mechanic Job Description

As a Mechanic, you will perform scheduled basic truck and trailer preventative maintenance, install wheel assemblies and tires, complete basic electrical and trailer repairs, and diagnose and perform repairs on basic trailer tracking systems (RCOM).

• Perform scheduled basic truck PMS.

• Perform scheduled trailer basic preventative maintenance.

• Install wheel assemblies and tires.

• Complete basic electrical and trailer repairs.

• Diagnose and repair basic trailer tracking systems (RCOM).

• Experience in diesel mechanics and troubleshooting.

• Proficiency in repair, hydraulics, and pneumatics.

• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and read blueprints and schematics.

• Knowledge of brake systems, diesel engines, welding, and electrical systems.

• Experience with heavy equipment, engine maintenance, and general labor.

• Ability to identify brake components and operation of class 8 air brakes.

• Skill in identifying irregular tire wear and underinflated tires.

• Self-motivation and eagerness to learn.

• Welding skills or previous welding experience.

• Thermo King certification is a plus.

Enjoy a convenient tool purchase program and comprehensive health, dental, life, and disability insurance coverages. Benefit from a 401(k) plan, and earn 88 hours of paid time off after 90 days. Take advantage of discounted gym memberships, mobile phone services, tires, and Costco memberships.

Work in a non-climate-controlled environment with shifts available as Tractor Tech L1 in the afternoon (2:00pm — 10:30pm).

This is a Contract position based out of Olathe, KS.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 – $22.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Olathe,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 14, 2026.

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.