Mechanic

Job Title: Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform mechanical installation, equipment optimization, and preventive maintenance on production equipment. The role involves maintaining and repairing plant equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, schematics, and operation manuals, as well as troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, electrical/control, and hydraulic system components for production areas.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, electrical/control, and hydraulic system components for production areas.

• Complete emergency repairs to offset downtime and production delays.

• Perform equipment change-overs as required.

• Complete preventive maintenance work orders as assigned through the CMMS system.

• Use schematics, blueprints, and diagrams to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment or process-related issues and problems.

• Ensure documentation of work using the CMMS (MP2) and complete work orders as assigned.

• Diagnose problems, dismantle machines, replace defective parts, and reassemble machines.

• Troubleshoot and repair machinery mechanically (hydraulic/pneumatic).

• Understand HVAC system operation and components.

• Generate and communicate detailed parts lists for preventative and emergency repairs.

• Understand environmental policy and regulatory compliances for Wastewater, Storm water, HVAC, and hazardous waste.

• Complete root cause analysis and breakdown elimination on process systems.

• Perform all duties with required safety equipment and comply with all safety regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices, SOPs, and company policies.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

• Experience in preventive maintenance.

• Knowledge of schematics and blueprints.

• Understanding of HVAC systems and components.

• Familiarity with CMMS (MP2).

• Experience in the food industry and GMP environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Food maintenance experience.

• Experience with HVAC systems.

• Welding and electrical knowledge.

Why Work Here?

Join a well-established business in the Central Valley that has been operational since 1956. You will work in a clean nut processing facility within a large, unionized environment with over 300 employees. Experience job security and growth opportunities in this dynamic and thriving organization.

Work Environment

The facility spans over 15+ acres with an average headcount of around 350 employees. It is a clean nut processing facility, but due to machinery, it can be a loud environment. The schedule is Monday to Saturday, with an expectation to work 6 days a week, averaging around 48-55 hours. Flexibility with shifts is required as they are based on seniority. Available shifts are 1st Shift 6AM - 2:30PM, 2nd Shift 2:00PM - 10:30PM, and 3rd Shift 10:00PM - 6:30AM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Stockton, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $59280.00 - $69680.00/yr.

Union Environment Teamsters Local 856 4 different options for health insurance 401k with 4% match after 1 year 5 days of sick after 90 days 2 days of unpaid call out 10 paid holidays

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Stockton,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 8, 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.

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.