Assembler

Job Title: HVAC Assembler

Job Description

Join a skilled assembly team in Addison, IL, where you will modify and customize commercial HVAC units to meet detailed customer specifications. You will perform both mechanical and electrical assembly, integrating components such as valves, piping, controls, and drives, while ensuring each unit meets strict quality, safety, and performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Modify commercial HVAC units according to detailed customer specifications and engineering drawings.
• Install and assemble components including raw valves, copper piping, electrical controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), fans and blowers, and wiring panels.
• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly work on incoming units, primarily from major HVAC manufacturers.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and written work instructions accurately to guide assembly and modifications.
• Ensure all modifications meet established quality, safety, and performance standards before final delivery.
• Test assembled units for proper functionality and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues as needed.
• Use tape measures, hand tools, power tools, and assembly equipment to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Operate machines and work on assembly lines and general production tasks as required.
• Perform basic mechanical assembly and general labor duties to support production flow.
• Identify and resolve basic mechanical and electrical problems using troubleshooting skills.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with shop and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and engineering staff to ensure timely completion of projects and smooth workflow.
• Follow all safety procedures when working around galvanized steel and other industrial materials.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to work with tape measures and accurately measure components for assembly.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools in an assembly, production, or industrial environment.
• Ability to perform mechanical assembly work, including working on assembly lines and general production tasks.
• Basic understanding of electrical wiring and mechanical systems relevant to HVAC equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.
• General machine operating experience in a production or job shop environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods during the shift.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Comfort working around galvanized steel and in an industrial setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly or HVAC-related assembly is beneficial.
• Experience with general labor or general production work in a manufacturing or job shop environment.
• Troubleshooting skills for basic mechanical and electrical issues.
• Ability to work effectively with hand and power tools across different stages of assembly.
• Familiarity with machine operation in a production setting.
• Experience working in environments that may be hot, dirty, and not optimally lit.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering and production teams to meet project deadlines.

Why Work Here?

Employees have the opportunity to share in company ownership through an employee stock ownership structure, fostering a culture of shared success and long-term growth. The organization supports financial well-being with a 401(k) program that includes a matching contribution, and offers generous holiday hours each year to promote work-life balance. Health benefits are largely employer-paid, helping reduce the cost of coverage, and a fully paid life insurance plan provides additional security and peace of mind.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial job shop environment in Addison, IL, working around galvanized steel and commercial HVAC units. The facility operates on two primary shifts: first shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and second shift runs from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The workspace can be hot, dirty, and not optimally lit, and involves typical industrial conditions such as noise, dust, and heavy materials. Team members regularly use tape measures, hand tools, power tools, and assembly equipment, and may perform machine operation and assembly line tasks. Appropriate industrial work attire is required to support safety and comfort in this environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Addison, IL.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Addison,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

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.