**Job Title: Mechanical Assembler** **Job Description** We are seeking dedicated candidates to join a Forklift manufacturing company as mechanical assemblers. The role involves assembling, maintaining, and repairing forklift components and systems. This role involves interpreting technical drawings, assembling mechanical parts, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring all forklift units meet safety and performance standards. **Responsibilities** + Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and technical documents. + Assemble mechanical components of forklifts including hydraulic systems, frames, and attachments. + Use hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment to build or modify parts. + Perform quality checks to ensure assemblies meet specifications. **Essential Skills** + Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics. + Proficiency with hand and power tools. + Good communication and teamwork skills. + Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy components. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High school diploma or GED required. + Technical training in mechanical assembly or forklift repair preferred. + 1–3 years of experience in mechanical assembly or forklift maintenance. + Certification such as ASE or Certified Forklift Technician (CFT) is a plus. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of southern Louisville, Kentucky. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.60/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 Louisville,KY. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2025. **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.