Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Aerotek is hiring a Maintenance Technician for a manufacturing facility located in Southaven, MS. This position is a 3rd shift contract to hire opportunity paying $30-$35/hr depending on experience. If interested and qualified please apply for immediate consideration.

Job Description

This Multi-craft Maintenance Technician role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment in a manufacturing environment. You will work with both mechanical and electrical systems to ensure equipment runs safely, efficiently, and reliably, performing preventive maintenance and responding to breakdowns as needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose basic mechanical issues involving components such as gears, bearings, and pumps.
• Perform mechanical repairs on production and facility equipment to restore proper operation.
• Conduct more in-depth mechanical and electrical troubleshooting based on your skill level and experience.
• Carry out preventive maintenance tasks to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Support PLC-controlled equipment by assisting with basic PLC troubleshooting as appropriate.
• Change filters and fluids on machinery and equipment according to maintenance schedules.
• Identify and correctly use hand tools, power tools, and other maintenance-related equipment.
• Work safely in a manufacturing environment, following all established procedures and guidelines.
• Lift and move equipment or parts weighing 50 pounds or more as required for maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with production staff to understand equipment issues and prioritize repair activities.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate equipment status to relevant team members.

Essential Skills

• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience performing mechanical repair, including work on gears, bearings, pumps, and related components.
• Ability to conduct preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills, including working with PLC-controlled equipment.
• Ability to change out filters and fluids on machinery.
• Ability to correctly identify and use maintenance tools.
• Capability to lift 50+ pounds safely and repeatedly as part of daily duties.
• Schooling in maintenance plus at least 6+ months of maintenance experience, or 2–3+ years of maintenance experience without formal schooling.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Familiarity with PLC control systems and PLC troubleshooting.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and ability to diagnose issues efficiently.
• Attention to detail when performing preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Willingness to work on different shifts, including 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join a production environment where maintenance is valued as a critical part of keeping operations running smoothly. The facility offers multiple shifts, providing flexibility for different schedules. You will gain hands-on experience with a variety of mechanical and electrical systems, including PLC-controlled equipment, and have the opportunity to build and grow your technical skill set in a supportive, safety-focused setting.

Work Environment

The facility operates multiple shifts, including 1st shift (7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.), 2nd shift (3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.), and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.), with a current opening on 3rd shift.