Technician

Job Title: Construction Technician
Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to work as a hands-on construction technician in a shop and yard environment, performing a wide range of general labor and skilled repair tasks on mobile office trailers and modular buildings. You will handle loading and unloading materials, cleaning, demolition, and basic carpentry, as well as more detailed work such as framing, finish carpentry, light electrical, flooring, plumbing, painting, running gear, and HVAC checks. The position requires a strong focus on safety, quality workmanship, and readiness of units for delivery, along with occasional direct interaction with customers to explain services and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs to mobile office trailers and modular buildings, including framing and finish carpentry, electrical work, flooring, plumbing, painting, running gear, and other aspects of modular building repair.
• Carry out general labor tasks such as demolition, cleaning, and loading and unloading materials in a shop and yard environment.
• Perform check-in and check-out inspections of off-rented buildings by physically inspecting units to determine the scope of repairs and identifying damages for customer invoicing.
• Create basic floor plan drawings as needed to document modifications or repair requirements.
• Perform modifications and readiness work on modular buildings as requested by customers, ensuring units meet specified needs and quality standards.
• Ensure trailers and modular units are fully prepared and ready for scheduled delivery dates at the required quality levels.
• Maintain proper inventory levels of equipment, tools, parts, and value-added products needed to complete service tasks efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in the shop and yard.
• Perform service-related tasks in the yard as requested, including movement and setup of trailers and units as needed.
• Complete required paperwork accurately for deliveries, pick-ups, inspections, modifications, and service calls.
• Provide courteous customer service over the phone and in person, clearly explaining repairs, services performed, and any identified damages.
• Conduct HVAC system checks and perform basic maintenance in accordance with company guidelines.
• Use a computer or smartphone to document work, manage tasks, and complete required reporting.
• Follow all safety procedures and best practices while working indoors and outdoors with tools, equipment, and construction materials.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• At least 1 year of professional experience using a computer or smartphone.
• Basic carpentry knowledge and hands-on carpentry experience.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks including demolition, cleaning, and loading/unloading materials.
• Capability to perform basic repairs in areas such as flooring, painting, and light construction.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers and team members in person and over the phone.
• Willingness and physical ability to work both indoors and outdoors in a construction-focused setting.
• Basic understanding of safety practices in a construction or shop environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with electrical work, plumbing, or welding is a plus.
• Experience working with HVAC systems, including basic checks and maintenance, is beneficial.
• Valid driver’s license is preferred.
• Prior experience working with modular buildings, mobile office trailers, or similar structures is an advantage.
• Experience maintaining inventory of tools, equipment, and parts.
• Familiarity with reading or creating simple floor plan drawings.
• Background in general construction, remodeling, or facilities maintenance is helpful.

Why Work Here?

Employees receive a generous paid time off package, starting with 25 paid leave days per year, including vacation, personal days, and holidays. The organization offers a 401(k) plan with immediate enrollment and a competitive company match to support long-term financial security. Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage is available, with substantial health savings account funding to help manage healthcare costs. Team members also benefit from paid disability and term life insurance, as well as access to an employee assistance program for personal and professional support. Upon hire, employees gain access to multiple discount programs, adding extra value to everyday purchases and enhancing overall total rewards.

Work Environment

The role is based in a construction-focused shop and yard environment that involves both indoor and outdoor work with mobile office trailers and modular buildings. Typical tasks include general cleaning, demolition, remodeling, and loading and unloading materials, often using hand and power tools, construction equipment, and material handling devices. The position follows a first-shift schedule, generally from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., providing a consistent daytime work routine. The environment is active and hands-on, with regular movement between the shop, yard, and trailers, and requires adherence to safety procedures and appropriate work attire suitable for construction and maintenance activities.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Shakopee,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

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.

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