Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic supports a highly automated production facility in Wilsonville, Oregon by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. This role focuses on both mechanical and electrical systems, including preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of production and processing machinery on a swing shift schedule (2:00 pm to 10:30 pm).

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical systems, including disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and calibration of equipment.
• Analyze test results, machine error messages, and information from operators to accurately diagnose equipment problems.
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust parts, equipment, and machinery to maintain optimal operating conditions.
• Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and perform necessary repairs.
• Examine parts for defects such as breakage, excessive wear, or other signs of failure.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions using voltmeters and other testing devices.
• Operate newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify the quality and adequacy of repairs.
• Reassemble equipment after inspections, testing, or repairs, ensuring proper alignment and safe operation.
• Repair and maintain the operating condition of industrial production and processing machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair machine electrical and control malfunctions, including 3-phase motor replacements, photo eye adjustments, servos, machine timing issues, and circuit replacements.
• Work with motors, pumps, valves, boilers, hydraulics, conveyors, compressors, condensers, and evaporators as part of maintenance and repair activities.
• Cut and weld metal to repair broken parts, fabricate new components, and assist in assembling new equipment.
• Support robotics and automation systems, including troubleshooting electro-mechanical issues.
• Demonstrate equipment functions and features to machine operators to promote safe and efficient use.
• Record parts and materials used for each job and request or order replacement parts and materials as needed.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Perform other tasks and special assignments as requested by management.

Essential Skills

• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a relevant maintenance, mechanical, or electrical field, or equivalent technical schooling.
• Hands-on experience with industrial production and processing machinery and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair 3-phase motors, photo eyes, servos, timing issues, and electrical circuits.
• Experience with electro-mechanical troubleshooting in an automated or industrial environment.
• Ability to use voltmeters and other diagnostic and testing devices to identify equipment malfunctions.
• Mechanical aptitude with experience working on motors, pumps, valves, boilers, hydraulics, conveyors, compressors, condensers, and evaporators.
• Ability to perform disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and calibration of mechanical systems.
• Basic understanding of PLC-based systems and controls sufficient to support troubleshooting activities.
• Ability to document work performed and track parts and materials used.
• Backgrounds that translate well into this role include lube technician, automotive mechanic, or technical military roles such as wheeled mechanic, aviation technician, or avionics technician.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and control schematics.
• Welding and fabrication experience for repairing and fabricating metal parts and assemblies.
• Previous production maintenance experience in a manufacturing or processing environment.
• Familiarity with robotics and automation systems, including platforms such as ABB and Siemens.
• Comfort working with PLC-controlled equipment in a highly automated facility.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with operators, peers, and leadership.
• Flexibility to work swing shift (2:00 pm to 10:30 pm) and to take advantage of overtime opportunities as desired.

Why Work Here?

You will join a long-established, stable organization with a strong reputation and a portfolio of well-known consumer brands. The company invests heavily in upgrading equipment and technology to make work safer, easier, and more efficient for its teams. You will be part of a tight-knit, family-oriented culture where many employees build long-term careers and growth is strongly supported through internal promotion. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid vacation, paid holidays, and product discounts, providing both financial security and work-life balance. With decades of industry experience and continued expansion, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career, and contribute to a mission focused on delivering quality products and memorable experiences to consumers.

Work Environment

The role is based in a fast-paced, highly automated, and clean food-grade production facility in Wilsonville, Oregon. You will work primarily on swing shift from 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm, with a shift differential and consistent overtime opportunities available for those who want them. The environment centers on modern production and packaging lines, incorporating advanced automation, robotics, and PLC-controlled equipment from leading technology providers. Safety, cleanliness, and product quality are top priorities, and employees follow strict hygiene and food-safety standards. Team members wear appropriate protective gear, including hair nets and, when applicable, face nets for facial hair, to maintain sanitary conditions. The facility emphasizes collaboration between maintenance, production, and operations teams, creating a supportive atmosphere focused on reliability, continuous improvement, and efficient problem resolution

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilsonville, OR.

The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $33.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wilsonville,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.

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.

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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.