Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Chandler, AZ

Maintenance Technician I

Location: Chandler, AZ

Shift: 3rd Shift

Type: Temp-to-Hire (with growth opportunities)

We are seeking a 3rd Shift General Mechanic to join our Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Chandler, AZ. This is a hands-on role supporting maintenance, repair, and improvement of equipment and facilities in a manufacturing environment.

Schedule Requirements

• Must be willing to work a fixed schedule (8- or 12-hour shifts)
• May be required to work evenings, nights, holidays, and overtime

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, install, repair, modify, and maintain machines, equipment, structures, and facilities

Materials You'll Work With

• Machine parts, metal stock, pins, tubing, fittings, mechanical hardware
• Compressed gases, oil, grease, paint, acids
• Fiber optics and specialty metals

Tools & Equipment Used

• Millwright, pipefitter, welder, layout, rigger, and blacksmith tools
• (drill press, saws, abrasive cutoff wheel, grinders, shears)
• Pipe fitting equipment
• Welding and burning equipment
• Hoists and cranes
• Non-destructive testing equipment
• Personal computer and PLC terminals

Basic Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available)
• Must meet requirements for access to controlled technology (ITAR / Export Regulations)
• Must pass:
• Online and hands-on skills testing
• Physical exam
• Drug screen
• Background check
• Minimum 5 years Journeyman-level experience or equivalent maintaining heavy equipment
• Working knowledge of:
• Welding
• Machine repair
• Millwright work
• Hydraulics
• Sheet metal
• Pipe fitting
• Blueprint reading

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved apprenticeship program or formal technical training beyond high school
• Journeyman's card (Department of Labor Certificate or equivalent)
• Must pass testing and skills demonstration
• Permanent employment subject to a probation period (up to 6 months)
• If currently working as a general mechanic, proof of experience and/or Journeyman's card required

Skills & Experience

Required Tools/Skills:

• Rigger tools
• Millwright tools
• Pipefitter tools
• Welder tools
• Layout tools

Additional Skills:

• Blacksmith tools
• Drill press, saws, abrasive cutoff wheel, grinders, shears
• Pipe fitting equipment
• Welding and burning equipment
• Hoists and cranes
• Non-destructive testing equipment
• Personal computer and PLC terminals
• Welding, machine repair, millwright, hydraulics
• Sheet metal, pipe fitting, blueprint reading

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Language Requirements

• English (read, write, and speak)

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