Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic maintains and repairs production equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This role diagnoses mechanical issues, performs repairs and preventive maintenance, and supports a clean, safe, and compliant industrial work environment.

Responsibilities

• Keep production equipment in proper working order to support continuous operations.

• Diagnose mechanical and operational issues on production machinery using critical thinking and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

• Repair broken machines promptly and safely to allow production to resume.

• Fabricate simple parts or components as needed to return equipment to service.

• Perform regular preventive maintenance on production equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.

• Report any unsafe work conditions or concerns to the Shift Supervisor immediately.

• Repair leaking tanks, lines, and baghouse components to prevent spills and additional environmental or safety risks.

• Apply proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures to ensure equipment is safely de-energized before maintenance or repair.

• Operate forklifts and other industrial equipment safely when required for maintenance activities.

• Follow all industrial safety reporting requirements and established safety procedures.

• Work collaboratively with operations and other maintenance personnel to prioritize and complete work orders efficiently.

• Adhere to DOT safety and compliance standards as applicable to the facility and operations.

• Support safe handling and maintenance practices in areas involving hazardous materials in line with RCRA and HazCom knowledge.

• Participate in required safety, compliance, and DHS-related training and apply this knowledge in daily work.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in mechanical repair and maintenance of industrial or production machinery.

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes of equipment failures.

• Hands-on experience performing preventive maintenance on production equipment.

• Ability to safely perform lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.

• Proficiency using hand tools and basic industrial tools for mechanical repair and fabrication.

• Experience working in a manufacturing or mineral processing environment.

• Ability to operate a forklift in an industrial setting.

• Basic electrical exposure or familiarity sufficient to support equipment repair activities.

• Capability to work safely around industrial equipment, including tanks, lines, and baghouse systems.

• Ability to lift and handle heavy components and work in physically demanding conditions for extended periods.

• Strong attention to safety, including identifying and reporting unsafe conditions promptly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Forklift experience or certification, or the ability to obtain it as required.

• DOT safety and compliance training or familiarity with related standards.

• Knowledge of RCRA and HazCom requirements related to hazardous materials and communication.

• Exposure to DPSP / DHS training and associated safety and security practices.

• Experience with industrial safety reporting and adherence to established safety programs.

• Comfort working in a mineral processing or similar heavy industrial environment.

• Ability to read and follow safety procedures, maintenance instructions, and work orders accurately.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a stable industrial environment with tangible rewards for your contribution and reliability. You benefit from a paid 30-minute lunch, comprehensive benefits available after three months, and a performance-based bonus structure that recognizes your impact. The role includes 401(k) matching to support your long-term financial goals and 10 paid days off to help maintain a healthy work-life balance. Built-in overtime provides predictable additional earning potential while working within a safety-focused culture that emphasizes training, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This position follows a D shift schedule: Wednesday from 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., and Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., with 4 hours of mandatory overtime built into the schedule. The work environment is a heavy industrial plant that is not temperature controlled, with exposure to both hot and cold conditions throughout the year. Portions of the plant operate outdoors, so the role includes occasional outdoor work. You must be comfortable wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times and working in an environment with industrial noise and typical trade-related hazards. The position requires frequent standing, walking, crouching, and bending for extended periods, as well as manual dexterity for handling tools and equipment. You may be required to lift and move heavy items, with exposure to physical demands and conditions common to manufacturing and mineral processing operations. Safety procedures and equipment are always required, and adherence to established safety protocols is a core expectation of the role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Old Bridge, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $64000.00 - $66500.00/yr.

Medical Dental Vision 401k matching

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Old Bridge,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 12, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.