Disassembly Technician

Job Title: Disassembly Technician

Job Description

The Disassembly Technician will be responsible for disassembling compressor packages, piping systems, and components for shipment according to work instructions and specifications. This role requires reading and interpreting basic engineering drawings, P&IDs, and general arrangement drawings to safely remove piping, tubing, valves, and mechanical components for transport. The technician will tag, label, and organize parts to ensure proper identification and reassembly at the destination, while also protecting open lines and components from contamination or damage.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble compressor packages, piping systems, and components for shipment according to work instructions and specifications.
• Read and interpret basic engineering drawings, P&IDs, and general arrangement drawings.
• Safely remove piping, tubing, valves, and mechanical components for transport.
• Tag, label, and organize parts to ensure proper identification and reassembly at the destination.
• Cap, plug, and protect open lines and components to prevent contamination or damage.
• Prepare equipment and components for shipping, including securing and staging materials.
• Use hand tools and power tools to perform disassembly tasks.
• Perform millwright-type work including mechanical disassembly, alignment awareness, and handling of rotating equipment.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and rigging equipment to move and position components (as trained).
• Inspect components for damage and report any issues prior to shipment.
• Complete required documentation related to disassembly and shipping preparation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE and LOTO requirements.
• Participate in toolbox meetings and safety training.
• Comply with and promote all company PPE requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of mechanical or industrial experience preferred.
• Experience in mechanical disassembly or manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
• Basic ability to read blueprints or technical drawings preferred.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
• Experience with rigging and overhead crane operation required (certification preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical and millwright aptitude.
• Experience with natural gas compressor packages, production, hydraulics, repair, industrial power tools, mechanical assembly, welding, rigging, and material handling.

Why Work Here?

This role offers quick advancement into skilled trades, involving pay increases and gained experience.

Work Environment

This is a loud, dusty, and fast-paced industrial environment. The facility is not climate-controlled, and the role requires working Monday to Friday from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with half-shift overtime on Saturdays when needed.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Weirton, WV.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Weirton,WV.

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.