Shop Technician

Job Title: Shop Technician
Job Description

The Shop Technician installs and customizes equipment on a wide range of trucks, including plow trucks, service trucks, tool box trucks, and dump trucks. This role focuses on upfitting pre-fabricated and pre-assembled equipment onto truck frames according to specific client requirements. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams to ensure safe, high-quality installations.

Responsibilities

• Install pre-fabricated and pre-assembled equipment such as lifts, hitches, plows, graders, and tool boxes onto truck frames using hand and power tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints and prints to ensure correct, safe placement and attachment of equipment.
• Install wire harnesses into trucks to connect equipment to the control box in the cab.
• Install lights onto trucks after plows, buckets, or other equipment are installed.
• Fabricate metal parts as needed to ensure proper fit and function on specific vehicles.
• Install hydraulic hoses and related components where required for certain equipment.
• Use hand tools to attach final assemblies and complete upfit work on trucks.
• Tape and prepare trucks for paint touch-ups to maintain a professional finish.
• Apply liquid paint in the paint booth to buckets, frames, hitches, and related components.
• Work in both independent and team settings depending on project needs.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and handle tools and equipment safely.
• Perform repairs on trucks and equipment as needed, including occasional Saturday work on a voluntary basis.

Essential Skills

• Proven mechanical aptitude and comfort working with mechanical assemblies.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools for assembly and installation work.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and prints for mechanical and electrical installations.
• Experience with mechanical assembly, fitting, and repair tasks.
• Basic electrical skills, including working with wiring and wire harnesses.
• Ability to perform fabrication work, including basic metal fabrication.
• Capability to work in awkward positions to access various parts of the vehicle.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds safely and repeatedly as needed.
• Ability to work on feet for long hours throughout the day.
• Comfort working with hydraulic components, including hoses and fittings.
• Attention to detail to ensure safe, accurate, and high-quality installations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a shop environment performing truck or equipment upfitting is a plus.
• Background in welding or fabrication is beneficial.
• Familiarity with assembly equipment and mechanical fitting processes.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical repair work.
• Preferred: possession of personal tools and a toolbox for daily use.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to custom client requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Why Work Here?

The work environment is relaxed, respectful, and focused on long-term employee satisfaction. Leadership takes pride in treating employees well, which is reflected in the strong retention and many team members who have remained with the organization for over 20 years. Employees can take advantage of optional overtime for additional earnings while maintaining a stable core schedule. The culture emphasizes trust, independence, and teamwork, giving technicians the space to do their best work while feeling supported.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean, organized shop environment that is not excessively noisy. Music plays in the Background, creating a comfortable atmosphere while work is performed. The schedule runs Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the option for employees to start earlier around 6:30 a.m. to earn overtime. Typical weekly hours range from 40 to 50, with 40 hours as the standard expectation and additional hours offered but not required. The showroom operates from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturdays, and some technicians choose to come in on a voluntary basis to perform repairs. Work involves a mix of independent tasks and collaborative projects depending on the assignment. Technicians frequently stand for long periods, lift up to 75 pounds, and work in various positions around the trucks. Personal tools and a toolbox are preferred for daily use, and the shop uses standard hand tools, power tools, and paint booth equipment to complete upfitting and finishing work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Moorhead, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 Moorhead,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.