**Truck Mechanic** **Job Description** This position involves fitting, assembling, and installing truck beds and equipment for commercial use. The role requires installing service bodies, platforms, dumps, generators, compressors, hoists, and cranes as per client orders. The tasks will include working with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components and utilizing various hand and power tools, as well as schematics, diagrams, and blueprints based on complexity and experience level. **Responsibilities** + Fit, assemble, and install truck beds and equipment for commercial use. + Install service bodies, platforms, dumps, generators, compressors, hoists, and cranes as per client orders. + Work with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components. + Utilize various hand and power tools, schematics, diagrams, and blueprints. + Troubleshoot, problem solve, and apply creativity to installations. **Essential Skills** + Strong mechanical aptitude. + Experience with hydraulics, electrical systems, and assembly. + Proficiency in MIG welding. + Ability to use hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, impact guns, and hydraulic tools. + 5+ years of experience in truck equipment installation. + 3+ years working with hand/power tools. + Direct experience in the truck/trailer industry. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with grinders and plasma cutters. + Skill in hydraulic pneumatic systems. + Ability to perform installation and wiring tasks. **Work Environment** The position is based in an open-air shop environment dedicated to manufacturing and assembly. There is also a yard area for staging and installation of equipment, involving both indoor and outdoor work. The team consists of roughly 10-12 people. Working hours are Monday to Friday, from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with flexibility for overtime as needed. **Why Work Here?** The company supports various industries, including construction, contracting services, public works, emergency response, utilities, and transportation. Employees are encouraged to utilize their troubleshooting skills, problem-solving abilities, and creativity within a supportive team environment, fostering growth and innovation. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Stockton, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Stockton,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 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.