Job Information
Aerotek Lead Mechanic in Huntington, West Virginia
Job Title: Lead Mechanic
Pay: $41-43/hr
Job Description
The Lead Mechanic is a highly skilled technical role responsible for the disassembly, positioning, reassembly, testing, and painting of moderate to highly complex equipment. This position requires the use of manual, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools for fitting, adjusting, and securing maneuvers. The Lead Mechanic will clean, inspect, and repair natural gas engine and compressor components in a shop environment while adhering to all Environmental, Health, and Safety rules and regulations. In addition to executing expert-level mechanical work, the Lead Mechanic provides daily oversight of shop activities, serves as a technical resource to resolve complex issues, uphold quality standards, and support process improvements. The role may require overtime, weekend, and holiday work.
Responsibilities
Disassemble, position, reassemble, test, and paint complex equipment.
Use manual, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools for various maneuvers.
Clean, inspect, and repair natural gas engine and compressor components.
Adhere to all Environmental, Health, and Safety rules and regulations.
Provide daily oversight of shop activities and serve as a technical resource.
Resolve complex mechanical issues and uphold quality standards.
Support process improvements within the shop.
Essential Skills
Minimum 8 years of experience in Operations or service center operation applications.
Strong knowledge of natural gas engine and compressor cylinder equipment.
Ability to work independently according to engineering specifications.
Capability to perform complex troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
Experience in setting up and running test operations on sub-assemblies and final assemblies.
Proficiency in hydro pressure testing and functional testing of products.
Knowledge of safety regulations and good housekeeping requirements.
Basic math skills and ability to read schematics.
Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with tools.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical test and assembly/disassembly or heavy equipment repairs and maintenance.
High School Diploma or GED.
Experience in manufacturing or shop service center operations.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic team where you can leverage your extensive mechanical expertise in a collaborative and supportive environment. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth while working on complex and challenging projects. Our commitment to safety and quality ensures a rewarding and fulfilling work experience.
Work Environment
Work in a small shop environment with a focus on teamwork and quality. The position involves a Monday to Friday schedule during the first shift, with potential overtime, weekend, and holiday hours. Utilize a variety of tools including hand tools, pneumatics, hydraulics, and power tools in your daily tasks.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Huntington, WV.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $85280.00 - $89440.00/yr.
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 Huntington,WV.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 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.