Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Join our team as a Maintenance Mechanic, where you will utilize your expertise in multiple maintenance or craft occupations to ensure the seamless operation of machines, mechanical equipment, and building structures.

Responsibilities

• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure machines run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings remains intact.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools, and reassemble equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine solutions by consulting blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as needed.
• Order necessary parts, supplies, and equipment.
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, machinery, and equipment.
• Support company food safety efforts through commitment and compliance with SQF standard practices and policies.
• Assist other workers with specific tasks as requested.
• Follow plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Essential Skills

• Troubleshooting
• Maintenance technician
• Electrical and mechanical repair
• Hydraulics
• Preventive maintenance
• Manufacturing maintenance
• Pneumatics
• PLC troubleshooting
• Schematic reading

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in equipment maintenance, repairing, troubleshooting, and installation.
• Electrical and/or mechanical certifications may be required, location specific.
• Moderate computer skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• High School Diploma, GED, or High School Equivalence Certificate.

Why Work Here?

Experience a great company culture with a strong benefits package, and seize the opportunity to grow through onsite development.

Work Environment

Work in a GMP environment within two distinct areas: the punch press area for aluminum pans and the extrusion side for lids. The facility is not temperature controlled. Enjoy a flexible 2nd or 3rd Shift schedule, Monday - Friday, with 10-hour days amounting to 50 hours a week, and occasional opportunities for overtime. Train on day shifts initially and transition to nights when ready. Bring your toolbox, as any specialty tools will be provided.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake Zurich, IL.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

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.

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 Lake Zurich,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.