Mechanical assembler Jobs in Calgary, AB

Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

The Mechanical Assembler plays a key role in assembling enclosures for data centres and oil and gas units within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will interpret blueprints and schematics to install mechanical components and hardware, using a variety of hand and power tools, lifting devices, and measuring equipment. This role involves working both indoors and outdoors, including at heights, while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assemble enclosures for data centres and oil and gas units according to blueprints, schematics, and written instructions.
• Install flux bars and bus bars into electrical cabinets accurately and securely.
• Install parts and equipment in electrical boxes and related components, ensuring proper fit and alignment.
• Assemble metal buildings and structures following detailed assembly instructions and production plans.
• Use hand tools, power tools, wrenches, and lifting devices to complete mechanical assembly tasks efficiently and safely.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and tape measurements (standard and metric) to ensure precise assembly.
• Perform heavy lifting and material handling as required to support production and fabrication activities.
• Work on a production floor in a manufacturing environment, following established workflows and production schedules.
• Maintain a high level of safety awareness, following all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and workplace guidelines.
• Support fabrication and panel assembly tasks as needed to meet production targets.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve assembly issues and improve processes.
• Operate or assist with material handling equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, or picker trucks if qualified and required.
• Inspect completed assemblies for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety and housekeeping standards.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 1+ years of experience working on a production floor in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven mechanical assembly experience, including working with panels, enclosures, and fabricated components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics accurately.
• Strong tape measure skills with the ability to measure in both standard and metric units.
• Proficiency using hand and power tools very efficiently, including wrenches and related equipment.
• Mechanically inclined with a solid understanding of production environments and workflows.
• Comfortable working at heights and in outdoor conditions year-round.
• Very safety conscious, consistently following safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and support production, fabrication, and assembly operations.
• Experience working with electrical cabinets, electrical boxes, and related components is an asset.
• Ability to work different shifts, including days and afternoons, as required by production needs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in oil and gas, construction, electrical, or related manufacturing industries is considered an asset.
• Forklift, overhead crane, and picker truck experience is considered an asset.
• Experience assembling metal buildings or large enclosures is an advantage.
• Familiarity with production and fabrication environments, including panel assembly.
• Willingness to complete 4 to 8 weeks of training on day shift before transitioning to other shifts.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills in a shop environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a rapidly growing organization that offers strong job security and meaningful opportunities for advancement. The company actively supports internal growth, often promoting top performers into new roles, especially those who bring prior education or experience and prove themselves on the shop floor. You will benefit from a pension plan, comprehensive benefits, and an annual tool allowance that accrues over the year once you become permanent. The culture emphasizes appreciation and team spirit, with management frequently providing treats, regular company lunches and dinners at nice restaurants, and summer barbecues. With major projects already secured well into the future, you can build a stable and rewarding career in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a main shop located in a new building, providing a modern manufacturing environment focused on production, fabrication, and mechanical assembly. Standard shift hours are 6:30 . to 3:00 ., Monday to Friday, with a half-hour unpaid lunch and overtime available after 40 hours per week. You must also be open to working an afternoon shift from Monday to Thursday, 2:30 . to 1:00 ., which includes a shift premium. New hires typically complete 4 to 8 weeks of training on day shift before moving to other schedules. Work involves both indoor and outdoor tasks, including working at heights and in year-round weather conditions, and requires heavy lifting and regular use of hand and power tools, wrenches, and lifting devices. Safety is a core priority, and personal protective equipment such as CSA-approved green triangle safety boots, safety glasses, and gloves is mandatory. The environment is team-oriented, production-driven, and suited to individuals who value hands-on mechanical work in a structured, safety-conscious setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de laviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons lexpertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de lindustrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers lAmérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions daffaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi quun programme daide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

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About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.