Job Information
Aerotek Mechanical Assembler in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Mechanical Assembler – Weekend Shift
Pay: $19.25/hour
Schedule: Friday–Sunday, 6:00 AM–6:30 PM (3 days = full-time hours)
?What You’ll Do
Operate mechanical equipment such as cut‑off saws, welders, hydraulic presses, and balancers
Use hand tools to assemble driveshafts and ensure all parts are fitted and secured correctly
Measure components using tape measures and calipers for accurate assembly
Read and follow work orders, instructions, and dimensional information
Perform testing and troubleshooting to ensure quality standards are met
Use computers, tablets, and scanners to track production tasks
Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all PPE and safety guidelines
Support team goals and assist with additional tasks as needed
? W hat We’re Looking For
Experience with mechanical assembly , hand tools, or pneumatic tools
Ability to read work orders and follow instructions
Basic mechanical skills and comfort working with machinery
Basic computer skills (tablets, scanning systems, internet)
Strong communication, organization, and math skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks
? Why You’ll Love Working Here
$19.25/hr with built‑in overtime due to the weekend schedule
Work only three days per week while earning full‑time hours
Brand‑new, modern facility
Team‑focused culture with fun events (kickball tournaments, basketball hoop, etc.)
Nearly $2B global company with long‑term stability
Opportunities to grow your mechanical skills and advance
? Work Environment
Weekend Shift: Friday–Sunday, 6:00 AM–6:30 PM
Non‑climate‑controlled production environment
PPE provided and required
Fast‑paced, hands‑on, team‑oriented setting
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.25 - $19.25/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 Virginia Beach,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 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.