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Job Description

Job Description

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on cement silos, concrete pumping systems, dust collectors, pressure valves, gauges, and related plant equipment in a heavy industrial environment. This role supports safe and reliable plant operations by conducting scheduled preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, and restoring equipment to proper working condition while maintaining strict safety and cleanliness standards.

Job Details

• Location is Tampa, FL
• Pay: $27 to $30 an hour
• Shift: 7am to 6pm or 7pm to 6am (Schedule may change based on ship arrivals, unloading operations, and production demands)
• Must have 4+ years of previous maintenance mechanic experience
• Long term position with full benefits and weekly pay
• If interested, after applying here, text Jose at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on cement silos, concrete pumping systems, dust collectors, pressure valves, gauges, and related plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement effective repairs.
• Support maintenance activities within control rooms and plant operations areas to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs) and complete work orders accurately and on time.
• Inspect equipment regularly, identify potential failures, and perform necessary repairs or component replacements before breakdowns occur.
• Replace bearings, belts, chains, motors, gearboxes, valves, and other mechanical components as needed to keep equipment in optimal condition.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, technical drawings, and schematics to plan and execute repair and maintenance tasks.
• Work safely at heights, in confined spaces, and in outdoor industrial conditions while adhering to all safety procedures.
• Use hand tools and power tools correctly and safely to perform maintenance and repair tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in all maintenance and plant areas.
• Document maintenance activities, findings, and repairs in accordance with plant procedures and work order requirements.
• Collaborate with plant operations and other maintenance personnel to coordinate work, support production needs, and resolve equipment issues promptly.

Essential Skills

• Previous industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing, cement, aggregate, chemical, power generation, or similar industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills, particularly with rotating and process equipment.
• Hands-on experience working with pumps, conveyors, valves, and rotating equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency in performing scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs) and completing work orders.
• Ability to read and use maintenance manuals, technical drawings, and schematics.
• Knowledge of pumps, valves, gauges, dust collection systems, and related industrial equipment.
• Comfort working at heights, in confined spaces, and in outdoor industrial conditions.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to established safety procedures.
• Skilled in the safe use of hand tools and power tools for industrial maintenance work.
• Ability to work rotating day and night shifts as required by plant operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Industrial maintenance experience in heavy process industries such as cement, aggregate, chemical, or power generation.
• Experience supporting maintenance activities in control rooms and plant operations areas.
• Experience inspecting equipment to identify potential failures and performing proactive repairs.
• Familiarity with replacing bearings, belts, chains, motors, gearboxes, valves, and similar components.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of maintenance work and follow established work order processes.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail in diagnosing and resolving equipment issues.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a maintenance team in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a safety-focused industrial operation that values reliability, craftsmanship, and teamwork. The role offers exposure to a wide range of mechanical systems, providing opportunities to expand your skills in pumps, conveyors, valves, and complex process equipment. You will work in a setting where preventive maintenance and continuous improvement are priorities, and where your technical expertise directly supports smooth plant operations. The rotating shift structure provides variety in your schedule, while the collaborative environment encourages knowledge sharing and professional growth.

Work Environment

This position is based in an industrial plant environment that includes cement silos, concrete pumping systems, dust collection equipment, and related process machinery. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and involves exposure to dust, noise, and heavy equipment. You will frequently work at heights, in confined spaces, and around rotating machinery, following strict safety procedures at all times. The role requires the regular use of hand tools and power tools, as well as interaction with control rooms and plant operations areas. The position operates on rotating day and night shifts to support continuous plant operations, and you are expected to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout your shift.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/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 Tampa,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 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.