Mechanical Assembly Technician | Council Bluffs, IA

Acieta, LLC

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Posted on 03/04/2026

Location

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Description

Step into a hands-on role where precision and innovation come together! As a Mechanical Assembly Technician, you’ll bring complex mechanical systems to life—assembling components with expert craftsmanship, using a wide range of tools, and ensuring every build meets the highest standards. You’ll troubleshoot challenges, spot opportunities to enhance performance, and play an active role in improving processes that keep our operations running at their best. Join a team that values skill, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, and take pride in building the machinery that drives real-world impact.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Build automation by assembling mechanical and electromechanical components using blueprints and schematics.
• Work hands-on with tools and precision instruments to create subassemblies and complete systems.
• Fit, align, and fine-tune parts to meet exact specifications and ensure flawless system performance.
• Test and troubleshoot assemblies to keep everything running smoothly.
• Collaborate with engineers on system setup and validation for cutting-edge automation projects.
• Keep things organized by maintaining accurate documentation and following established processes.
• Spot and report design or quality issues to drive improvements.
• Champion safety and cleanliness in your workspace every day.
• Contribute ideas to enhance assembly methods and product quality through continuous improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned, which are reasonably related to the scope of the position and necessary for business operations.
  
  

Minimum Skills & Abilities

• Willing and able to be onsite, in person 5 days per week in Council Bluffs, IA
• Ability to travel up to 15% through USA, Canada, Mexico, Europe and potentially Australia for up to 2 weeks at a time to support project installation.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
• Must have or be willing to attain valid Passport.
• Associate’s degree or technical degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in mechanical assembly with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills for documentation and system navigation.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
• Skilled at following detailed written and verbal instructions to ensure accuracy and quality.
  
  

Physical Requirements

The physical demands listed below represent essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position and move about the worksite as needed.
• Frequent use of hands to operate tools, controls, and equipment; occasional positioning of self to access low or elevated areas.
• Regular lifting and moving of up to 25 lbs., frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs., and occasional lifting of up to 100 lbs.
• Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  
  

Working Conditions

The conditions described below represent the typical environment for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Position is based in a fabrication shop with hands-on involvement and oversight responsibilities.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and potential electrical hazards.
• Noise levels are typically loud, consistent with industrial manufacturing environments.
  
  

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