Construction Manufacturing Technician in Nashville, TN
Job Description
As a Manufacturing Technician in a busy fabrication shop, you will operate industrial machinery and tools to support plumbing, piping, and sheet metal production. You will measure and cut materials, use hand and power tools, and document your work using iPads and computers. This role involves working with heavy components, supporting material movement with forklifts, hoists, or cranes, and contributing to a safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing process.
Responsibilities
Operate machinery and equipment in the fabrication shop, including saws and other industrial machines.
Measure and cut materials accurately using tape measures and other measuring tools.
Use hand and power tools safely and effectively to complete fabrication tasks.
Support the movement and positioning of heavy components using forklifts, hoists, or cranes (with training provided if needed).
Lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds as part of daily tasks.
Use iPads and computers to document completed work and track tasks in the shop.
Follow detailed instructions, shop drawings, and work orders to complete plumbing, piping, and sheet metal assemblies.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, including sweeping and basic housekeeping tasks as needed.
Work overtime when required to meet production schedules and workload demands.
Demonstrate strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn and grow within the fabrication environment.
Essential Skills
Experience working in an industrial or construction environment.
Comfort and proficiency working with hand tools.
Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
Experience with hand and power tools in a fabrication or similar setting.
Ability to operate or learn to operate industrial machinery such as saws.
Comfort using technology, including iPads and computers, to track work.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly.
Strong work ethic, reliability, and a positive attitude toward learning and long-term employment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working in a fabrication shop is a significant plus.
Plumbing or piping experience from the field, a fabrication shop, or technical school is highly desirable.
Experience in sheet metal, welding, or construction is beneficial.
Exposure to plumbing, pipe fitting, or related trades is an advantage.
Willingness to receive training on forklifts, hoists, or cranes as needed.
Interest in building a long-term career in the trades and potential future field work.
Why Work Here?
You will join a stable, well-established organization that invests heavily in employee growth and long-term careers. The in-house, NCCER-accredited trade school provides free training and exam preparation, and the company covers 100% of the cost for trade licenses and certifications such as Journeyman credentials. You can participate in a 401(k) program with a company match and access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including a significant discount on medical coverage for non-smokers. The team enjoys a consistent workload and a strong culture of stability, with a clear commitment to avoiding layoffs for dedicated employees. Many team members have built decades-long careers here, reflecting a supportive environment where strong work ethic and a desire to learn are highly valued and rewarded.
Work Environment
This role is based in a fabrication shop environment in Nashville, approximately two miles south of downtown, working in either the plumbing/piping department or the sheet metal department. Standard hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with the expectation of overtime as needed; overtime is typically achieved by starting as early as 5:00 am, and recent schedules have often run from 5:00 am to 3:30 pm. Saturdays may be required occasionally depending on workload, and there is no Sunday work. Lunch is scheduled at 12:30 pm. The work takes place indoors in a shop setting rather than on a jobsite, using industrial machinery, saws, hand and power tools, and digital tools such as iPads for tracking work. Steel-toe footwear is required for safety. The environment emphasizes safety, productivity, and teamwork, with opportunities to move into field roles over time for those who are interested and demonstrate strong performan
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $20.00/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 Nashville,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 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.
