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Job Title: Truck Upfitting Mechanic
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced mechanic to lead and install new equipment onto new vocational, refuse, and service trucks. The role involves performing preventive maintenance work on lift kits, snow plows, trucks, roll-off dumpsters, and similar equipment. A significant portion of the work will involve hydraulics, as well as wiring trucks and running controls into cabs. Additional duties include body swaps, wheelbase adjustments, and some custom fabrication/welding. The electrical work will be up to 12 volts.
Responsibilities
Lead installation of new equipment on vocational, refuse, and service trucks
Perform preventive maintenance on lift kits, snow plows, trucks, and roll-off dumpsters
Work extensively with hydraulics for snow plows and roll-off dumpsters
Wire trucks and run controls into cabs
Conduct body swaps and wheelbase adjustments
Perform custom fabrication and welding as needed
Carry out electrical work up to 12 volts
Essential Skills
2-5 years' experience as a mechanic on larger equipment/trucks
Experience in hydraulic repair and maintenance
Ability to troubleshoot and repair brakes, diesel engines, and electrical systems
Proficiency in welding and custom fabrication
Must own basic hand tools
Why Work Here?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) retirement plan, health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, and a progressive vacation plan. Our organization values continuous improvement, offering OEM training incentives for parts and service personnel. We pride ourselves on maintaining a professional work environment.
Work Environment
Our facility has been newly renovated with a brand new shop floor and equipment, providing a modern and climate-controlled work environment. We foster a small family feel within our team.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Bloomington, Minnesota.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $66560.00/yr.
• 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 Bloomington,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 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.