Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to grow into a key maintenance position within a busy air duct manufacturing facility. You will support and learn from an experienced maintenance leader while working with a wide range of production equipment, including laser cutters, water jets, welders, brakes, presses, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Over time, you will be trained to take on greater responsibility and eventually oversee the maintenance function.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs on a variety of manufacturing machines, including laser cutters, water jets, welders, brakes, and presses.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with production equipment to minimize downtime and maintain efficient operations.
• Carry out electrical repairs on machinery and related systems as needed.
• Service, repair, and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic equipment used in the manufacturing process.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on machines and equipment to extend their lifespan and improve reliability.
• Assist the current maintenance lead with daily maintenance tasks while learning facility systems and processes in depth.
• Document repairs, maintenance activities, and equipment issues clearly and accurately.
• Collaborate with production staff to identify equipment problems and prioritize maintenance work.
• Follow safety procedures and best practices when working with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Continuously develop technical skills and knowledge to prepare for eventually taking over broader maintenance responsibilities.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience performing mechanical repairs on industrial or manufacturing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand how machines and systems operate.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting equipment issues in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform basic to intermediate electrical repairs on machinery.
• Practical experience working with hydraulic systems, including repair and maintenance.
• Practical experience working with pneumatic systems, including repair and maintenance.
• Experience in maintenance work within a manufacturing or production setting.
• Capability to perform preventive maintenance tasks and follow maintenance schedules.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety when working with tools, machines, and industrial equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with laser cutters, water jets, welders, brakes, and presses in a manufacturing environment.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment with various types of machinery.
• Ability to learn from Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues.
• Effective communication skills to work closely with production teams and share maintenance information.
• Willingness to perform both reactive repairs and planned preventive maintenance.
• Adaptability to work with different technologies, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing operation that offers the chance to build a long-term career in maintenance. The role is designed for growth, giving you the opportunity to learn directly from an experienced maintenance leader and eventually take over a larger share of responsibility. The company provides solid benefits and values employees who want to develop their skills, contribute to smooth production, and grow with the organization over time.

Work Environment

You will work in a busy production environment surrounded by a variety of manufacturing equipment such as laser cutters, water jets, welders, brakes, presses, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems. The facility can be warm during the summer and cooler in the winter, with fans used to circulate air and improve comfort throughout the shop. The setting is hands-on and industrial, requiring appropriate work attire suitable for a manufacturing floor and adherence to all safety guidelines and procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Sacramento, CA.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr.

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 West Sacramento,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 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.