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Job Title: Tarp Fabrication Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a Tarp Fabrication Technician to join our team at a leading tarp manufacturing company specializing in agricultural products. The primary focus will be on the maintenance and repair of equipment used in the production of tarps for grain and seed trailers, carts, and bins.
Responsibilities
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on assigned equipment, including sewing machines, CNC tables, fabric welding machines, and strip cutters.
Inspect and identify equipment or machines in need of repair.
Troubleshoot issues to determine necessary repairs.
Perform general repairs that do not require a specialized technician, such as repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors in the shop.
Order supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance.
Essential Skills
Experience with preventive maintenance.
Ability to read and understand work orders and blueprints.
Knowledge of pneumatics, electrical, and mechanical systems.
Experience in industrial maintenance and repair.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to perform general maintenance tasks.
Strong troubleshooting skills.
Experience with sewing machines, CNC tables, fabric welding machines, and strip cutters.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy a three-day weekend with a Monday through Thursday work schedule. After a 90-day contract period, there will be a performance review that may result in a potential pay increase. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA, and 401k with up to a 3% match. Additionally, we have a company profit-sharing program.
Work Environment
The work schedule is Monday through Thursday from 6am to 4:30pm, with a 30-minute lunch break. The role involves working with various equipment, including sewing machines, CNC tables, and fabric welding machines.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Yankton, South Dakota.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/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 Yankton,SD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 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.