Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic - Hiring Now!
Schedule:
Training: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Regular Schedule: Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Job Overview: We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to support production equipment in a heavy industrial environment. This hands-on role involves mechanical troubleshooting, stainless steel welding, preventive maintenance, and equipment repair to keep operations running safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities:
Perform MIG and Stick (ARC) welding on stainless steel components
Troubleshoot and repair gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, and industrial furnaces
Complete preventive maintenance and equipment repairs
Fabricate parts, brackets, and supports as needed
Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
Inspect equipment and identify potential issues before failures occur
Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements
Qualifications:
Industrial maintenance experience required
Proficiency with MIG and Stick welding, preferably on stainless steel
Experience troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Conveyor and furnace maintenance experience preferred
Ability to read blueprints and perform fabrication work
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Why Join Us?
Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term stability
Competitive pay and benefits upon hire
Strong team-oriented culture with long-tenured employees
Uniforms provided
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Work Environment: Heavy industrial manufacturing facility with hands-on mechanical and welding work. Candidates must be comfortable working in a dirty production environment and wearing required PPE, including steel-toe boots, hard hat, and safety glasses.
Apply today to join a skilled maintenance team and build a lasting career in industrial maintenance!
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hopkinsville, KY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.23 - $26.23/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Hopkinsville,KY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About Aerotek

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):
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