Assembly Technician

Job Title: Assembly Technician I & II

Job Description

The Assembly Technician I & II accurately assembles mechanical and instrumentation components according to piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), blueprints, and bill of materials (BOM) specifications before units move to final testing. This role requires strong tube‑bending, instrumentation fitting, mechanical assembly, and precise measurement skills while working with minimal supervision in a production manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and instrumentation components in accordance with P&ID drawings, blueprints, and BOM specifications.
• Verify parts and materials against P&ID drawings and BOM to ensure accuracy before assembly.
• Perform instrumentation and tubing fitting tasks, ensuring secure and leak‑free connections.
• Cut and thread piping to specified dimensions using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Measure, bend, and install 3/8" stainless steel tubing to tight tolerances.
• Use a tape measure accurately to within 1/16 of an inch for layout and verification.
• Perform mechanical assembly using hand and power tools in a production environment.
• Follow established procedures and work instructions to ensure quality and consistency.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including tools, equipment, and materials.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors regarding progress, issues, and quality concerns.
• Manage time effectively to meet production schedules and deadlines.
• Adhere to all safety policies, including proper use of required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Essential Skills

• Proven mechanical assembly experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret P&ID drawings and blueprints accurately.
• Demonstrated tube‑bending experience, including measuring and forming 3/8" stainless steel tubing.
• Hands‑on experience with instrumentation and tubing fitting.
• Proficiency in cutting and threading pipe using appropriate tools.
• Ability to use a tape measure accurately to within 1/16 of an inch.
• Skilled in the safe use of hand and power tools for mechanical and assembly work.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Approximately 6 months–1 year of instrumentation and tube‑fitting experience (Assembly I level).
• 2+ years of tube‑bending and pipe threading experience preferred for higher‑level assignments (Assembly II level).
• Strong organizational skills to manage parts, tools, and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Technical aptitude for understanding mechanical systems and instrumentation.
• Effective time management skills to meet production goals.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail in all assembly and measurement tasks.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform walking, climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, and stooping.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds safely.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a non‑climate‑controlled manufacturing or fabrication shop environment.
• Experience working with tight tolerances in metal fabrication or assembly.
• Experience working on weekend or extended shifts in a production setting.
• Strong safety awareness and consistent use of required PPE.
• Demonstrated reliability and ability to follow detailed work instructions and procedures.

Why Work Here?

You join a production team where your technical skills and attention to detail are highly valued and directly impact product quality. The weekend shift offers a compressed work schedule, allowing you to work 36 hours while being paid for 40, supporting better work‑life balance. You gain hands‑on experience with mechanical assembly, tube bending, and instrumentation in a setting that rewards skill growth and thorough, high‑quality work. The environment emphasizes safety, clear communication, and the opportunity to take ownership of your tasks while working with minimal supervision.

Work Environment

This role operates on a weekend shift from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday through Sunday, working 36 hours with pay equivalent to 40 hours. The position is based in a non‑climate‑controlled manufacturing environment typical of fabrication shops, with exposure to loud noises, dust, dirt, and metal particles. You regularly use hand and power tools, pipe threading equipment, and measurement tools such as tape measures for precise work. The job involves standing for extended periods, walking, climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, and stooping, as well as lifting and moving materials up to 50 pounds. Required PPE includes hearing protection, safety glasses with side shields, and OSHA‑compliant safety boots, and you are expected to wear this protective equipment at all times in designated areas.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sand Springs, OK.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/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 Sand Springs,OK.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 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.