Mechanical Technician III

Job Title: Mechanical Technician III

Duration: 12 months initially

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day

Location: Hopkinsville, KY

This opportunity is with a refinery and chemical complex, supporting the installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of critical mechanical systems and process equipment. The role offers hands-on involvement across pumps, compressors, valves, hydraulic systems, conveyor systems, and precision measuring equipment within a multi-level industrial environment. This position is well suited to candidates with strong industrial maintenance capability, mechanical troubleshooting expertise, and experience working safely in demanding plant conditions.

Required Education:

• High school diploma plus completion of a trade school or apprenticeship certificate or program

Required Skills:

• Ability to install, modify, maintain, inspect, repair, adjust, and align mechanical systems and process equipment independently
• Working knowledge of pumps, mechanical seals, bearings, utility system components, piping and valves, and material processing equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical issues
• Ability to verify, adjust, and align functional dimensions using hand tools, blueprints, diagrams, repair manuals, calipers, micrometers, scales, and alignment devices
• Ability to perform laser alignment for motors and driven machinery
• Competent Microsoft Word and Excel skills
• Ability to operate a forklift and other industrial mobile equipment as required
• Ability to work in a multi-level industrial environment, including work at height via ladders and steps and in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs daily and up to 100 lbs periodically

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience as a Millwright, Maintenance Mechanic, or in a similar role within a manufacturing environment

About Airswift:

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique project needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift's geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry.