Equipment Mechanic

Aerotek is hiring an Equipment Mechanic for a large sorting and distribution company located near the airport in Memphis, TN. This position is a 6 month contract to hire opportunity paying $27.78-$48.04/hr depending on experience and if you hold an ASE Certification (this would add a $5.80/hr premium).

Shift : 5:30AM-2:30PM plus overtime as available, will consider someone for 2nd or 3rd shift if that is preferred. Shift could change once turning into a fulltime employee.

Job Description

The Equipment Mechanic performs preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of support equipment, including forklifts, generators, fleet vehicles, tugs, golf carts, ground support equipment, loaders, utility vehicles, and trams. This role focuses on keeping equipment safe, reliable, and operational by troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems, documenting work in a computerized maintenance system, and ensuring parts and inventory are available to support ongoing operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on support equipment such as forklifts, generators, fleet vehicles, tugs, golf carts, ground support equipment, loaders, utility vehicles, and trams.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic systems, combustion engines, motors, electrical systems, and electronic components to identify issues accurately and efficiently.
• Repair and modify equipment as needed to restore proper operation and improve reliability.
• Perform minor welding tasks as required to support equipment repair and modification.
• Change out faulty sensors and other components to resolve equipment malfunctions.
• Use computer systems and a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to document completed work orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Utilize computer systems to monitor and manage parts and materials, ensuring adequate inventory levels to support ongoing maintenance and repair activities.
• Read and interpret schematics to support effective troubleshooting and repair of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
• Inspect motors, belts, bearings, and related components to identify wear, damage, or potential failures.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot various equipment systems to minimize downtime and maintain safe, reliable operation.
• Follow shop safety procedures and use provided personal protective equipment while working in the maintenance facility.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to prioritize work, share technical knowledge, and support continuous improvement in maintenance practices.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of experience in heavy equipment or vehicle maintenance, including forklifts, fleet vehicles, or similar equipment.
• 4+ years of hydraulics experience, including troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic systems.
• 4+ years of motor repair experience, including inspection, maintenance, and replacement of motors, belts, and bearings.
• 4+ years of electronic component maintenance, including diagnosing and repairing electronic systems and components.
• 4+ years of preventative maintenance experience on heavy equipment, vehicles, or related machinery.
• Auto or fleet maintenance experience, with exposure to all major systems and components of the vehicle.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical issues and electronics on equipment and vehicles.
• Experience working with combustion engines, including diesel engines and small gas engines.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics for electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting various equipment systems, including hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and electronic.
• Experience working with motors, belts, and bearings as part of equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to perform minor welding tasks to support equipment repair and modification.
• Familiarity with using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to document work orders.
• Ability to use computer systems to track and manage parts inventory.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, TN.

The pay range for this position is $27.78 - $48.04/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 Memphis,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 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.