Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic ensures that machinery, production equipment, and facility systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently in a busy manufacturing environment. In this role, you join an experienced maintenance team that focuses on minimizing downtime, troubleshooting equipment issues, and performing preventive maintenance to keep production running smoothly. You will work hands-on with a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems, support fabrication and welding projects, and contribute directly to the operational success and long-term stability of the facility.

• Perform routine and scheduled preventive maintenance on production machinery and facility systems to maximize uptime and equipment life.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and diagnose root causes quickly to restore operations and reduce downtime.
• Repair mechanical systems, including bearings, drive systems, motors, and other mechanical components used in industrial equipment.
• Conduct detailed equipment inspections to identify wear, potential failures, and opportunities for improvement.
• Work with electrical components and perform basic electrical troubleshooting and repair on production equipment where qualified.
• Replace mechanical parts and components as needed, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and safe operation.
• Support welding and fabrication projects to repair, modify, or improve equipment and facility structures.
• Assist with hydraulic and pneumatic system maintenance, including troubleshooting leaks, pressure issues, and component failures.
• Use machine shop and fabrication tools when required to manufacture or modify parts for maintenance projects.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules with production teams to balance preventive work and urgent repairs.
• Order, track, and manage spare parts and maintenance inventory to ensure critical components are available when needed.
• Utilize a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or maintenance documentation processes to record work performed, parts used, and equipment status.
• Interpret and work from manuals, diagrams, blueprints, and equipment specifications to perform accurate repairs and installations.
• Apply lockout/tagout procedures and other safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment during maintenance activities.
• Maintain safe working conditions by following safety guidelines, using required personal protective equipment, and identifying hazards.
• Collaborate closely with production and operations personnel to plan repairs, coordinate downtime, and communicate equipment status.
• Participate in industrial automation and control-related maintenance tasks where applicable, supporting reliable equipment operation.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by suggesting maintenance-related process improvements and reliability enhancements.
• Provide clear updates to leadership and team members on maintenance progress, equipment issues, and repair timelines.
• Contribute to a multi-craft maintenance environment by assisting across mechanical, electrical, welding, fabrication, and automation tasks as needed.

• Prior industrial or mechanical maintenance experience with hands-on repair, troubleshooting, and upkeep of production equipment.
• Strong mechanical maintenance skills, including experience with bearings, drive systems, motor repair, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving ability to quickly identify root causes of equipment failures and implement effective repairs.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance activities to improve machine reliability and maximize uptime.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, diagrams, blueprints, and equipment specifications to guide maintenance work.
• Basic electrical knowledge and electrical troubleshooting experience for production equipment, within appropriate safety guidelines.
• Welding ability to support equipment repairs, fabrication tasks, and maintenance projects throughout the facility.
• Experience with fabrication and machine shop practices to modify or create parts and components when needed.
• Familiarity with industrial automation concepts and production machinery operation in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools, as well as shop and fabrication equipment, in accordance with safety standards.
• Knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures and strong safety awareness when working around active machinery and hazardous equipment.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with maintenance colleagues, production staff, and leadership.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Physical ability to perform maintenance work, including climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, and reaching in an industrial setting.

• Technical degree, trade school certificate, or vocational training in industrial maintenance, mechanical, electrical, or related fields.
• Manufacturing maintenance background, particularly in environments such as packaging, paper products, plastics, food manufacturing, printing operations, corrugated packaging, metal fabrication, industrial equipment manufacturing, or building materials manufacturing.
• Experience working in fast-paced production environments with a mix of preventive maintenance and urgent repair work.
• Proficiency with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for tracking work orders, parts usage, and equipment history.
• Additional experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and component replacement.
• Advanced welding and fabrication skills for complex repair and improvement projects.
• Experience with machine shop operations, including operating lathes, mills, or other equipment to produce or modify parts.
• Exposure to industrial automation systems and controls, supporting reliable and efficient equipment operation.
• Strong documentation skills for completing maintenance records and communicating equipment status.
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance demands and adapt to changing production needs.

You join a highly experienced maintenance team that values knowledge sharing, collaboration, and hands-on learning. The work offers significant variety, with exposure to many types of production equipment and new troubleshooting challenges each day, helping you continually expand your technical skills. The organization views maintenance as a critical operational function, giving your work a direct impact on efficiency and long-term success. You benefit from a culture that emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork, while offering long-term stability and strong career growth opportunities in a manufacturing environment.

This role is based in a manufacturing and industrial production facility with an indoor production environment. You work around operating machinery, industrial equipment, and active production lines, with frequent movement throughout the facility. The work involves climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, and reaching, and you regularly encounter machine noise and typical industrial conditions. Personal protective equipment is required during maintenance activities, and safety protocols such as lockout/tagout are strictly followed. The pace of work includes a mix of scheduled preventive maintenance and emergency repairs, with some urgent issues requiring quick response and the ability to prioritize multiple demands. You work closely with other maintenance mechanics and production personnel in a collaborative troubleshooting environment, reporting issues and updates to leadership. The culture emphasizes safety, strong teamwork, hands-on problem solving, continuous improvement, and ongoing learning and growth.

This is a Permanent position based out of Avon, MA.

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $76960.00/yr.

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.

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This is a fully onsite position in Avon,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

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: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.