Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

This Maintenance Mechanic role focuses on performing both preventative and reactive mechanical and basic electrical maintenance across a wide range of industrial equipment. You will help keep production running safely and efficiently by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment such as saws, presses, grinders, conveyors, robots, and related machinery. The position offers a shift premium for off-shifts and the opportunity to work with diverse technologies in a clean, well-organized manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance tasks including lubing, greasing, and inspecting components for wear, damage, or potential problems.
• Conduct mechanical troubleshooting and repairs on hydraulics, pneumatics, motors (up to 400 HP), gears, bearings, fans, and related systems.
• Support maintenance and repair of equipment such as band saws, cut-off saws, horizontal contour cutters, laser cutters, presses up to 20 tons, slitters, 400HP grinders, glue machines, rollers, conveyors, and industrial robots (ABB, Fanuc, Motoman).
• Carry out basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs, including working with 480V 3-phase systems, lockout/tagout (LOTO), using a voltmeter, and checking or replacing breakers, fuses, and sensors.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics to assist in diagnosing and resolving equipment issues.
• Use a tablet to log work orders, repairs, and preventative maintenance activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Train initially on 1st shift to learn equipment, processes, and safety procedures before moving to 2nd shift.
• Collaborate with other maintenance and production team members to prioritize work, minimize downtime, and support continuous improvement.
• Maintain a safe work area and follow all safety procedures, particularly LOTO practices, when working on energized equipment.
• Use basic hand tools and tool box (with power and specialty tools provided) to perform maintenance tasks effectively.
• Apply good math skills and the ability to read a tape measure to support fabrication, alignment, and precise mechanical work.
• Contribute positively to team culture by demonstrating initiative, reliability, and willingness to support others.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of experience performing preventative maintenance, including lubing, greasing, and checking mechanical components for wear or problems.
• At least 3 years of industrial mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience with strong aptitude in hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, gears, bearings, and fans.
• Basic electrical knowledge up to 480V 3-phase, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics for maintenance and repair work.
• Ownership of basic hand tools and a tool box; ability to effectively use provided power and specialty tools.
• Good math skills and the ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Ability to use a tablet to log jobs, including work orders, repairs, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Ability to train on 1st shift before transitioning to 2nd shift.
• Strong initiative, energy, and willingness to be a team player with a stable work history.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy excellent benefits and long-term growth opportunities in a supportive, well-structured manufacturing environment. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), life insurance, FSA, and short- and long-term disability. Medical coverage is offered at competitive weekly rates, with low individual and family deductibles. Dental plans provide affordable options for individuals and families. Team members receive 10 paid holidays plus 1 paid floating holiday after one month of employment, along with profit sharing and education assistance to support ongoing development. PTO increases with tenure, starting with accrued hours for less than one year, 12 days for 1–4 years, 3 weeks for 5–7 years, and 4 weeks for 8+ years. Employees also benefit from practical tools such as a tricycle and tablet for getting around the facility and logging work, as well as discounts on mattresses, pet beds, carpet padding, and related products. The culture values teamwork, initiative, and long-term commitment, creating a stable and rewarding place to build a career.

Work Environment

This role is on 2nd shift, Monday through Friday, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with a shift premium for off-shifts. The facility is clean, organized, and bright, with machinery, piping, and ceilings painted white to enhance visibility and safety. There is a localized area of the plant where chemicals are used to mix ingredients for foam production, and appropriate safety measures are in place. Employees use tablets to log work and tricycles to move efficiently around the plant. The environment is structured for efficient maintenance operations, with modern equipment and a strong focus on cleanliness and organization.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elkhart, IN.

The pay range for this position is $29.15 - $33.88/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 Elkhart,IN.

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.