Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Mechanic to support a fast-paced manufacturing facility. In this role, you perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and execute repairs to keep production equipment running reliably and to minimize downtime. You focus heavily on diagnosing and resolving problems with motors, gauges, pumps, conveyor systems, material handling equipment, and select automated equipment such as PLCs and VFDs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on production machinery to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues on motors, gauges, pumps, conveyor systems, and material handling equipment.

• Identify and resolve faults in automated equipment, including PLCs and VFDs, to reduce production interruptions.

• Execute mechanical repairs and component replacements in a timely and accurate manner to minimize equipment downtime.

• Inspect equipment regularly to detect wear, damage, or potential failures and take corrective action.

• Document maintenance activities and repair work to support equipment history and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with production and maintenance team members to prioritize work orders and support operational goals.

• Work safely at all times, following facility procedures and best practices for working with mechanical and automated equipment.

• Support weekend production needs and extended hours as required to maintain equipment availability.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic, preferably in a manufacturing or food production environment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in maintenance and repair of industrial equipment.

• Proven ability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues with motors, gauges, pumps, conveyor systems, and material handling equipment.

• Experience performing preventive maintenance on production machinery.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing setting with changing priorities.

• Basic familiarity with automated equipment, including PLCs and VFDs, and the ability to assist in troubleshooting these systems.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail when identifying and correcting mechanical issues.

• Dependable work ethic and ability to work required overtime and weekend shifts.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/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 Shafter,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 20, 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):

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.