Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

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Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment in a dairy manufacturing environment. The maintenance mechanic ensures equipment operates safely and efficiently by performing preventive maintenance, addressing mechanical and electrical issues, and supporting continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment, including pneumatics, motors, hydraulics, pumps, and conveyors.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues to quickly identify and resolve equipment problems.
• Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production to minimize downtime.
• Perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during planned machine service windows.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs to ensure smooth startup and operation.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, schematics, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Use tools such as voltmeters and other diagnostic equipment to perform electrical troubleshooting and repairs as needed.
• Keep the shop area and production areas clean and orderly after completing repairs.
• Ensure proper Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed as outlined by regulatory requirements, including those from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
• Comply with OSHA safety and health rules at all times while performing maintenance activities.
• Participate in developing and maintaining plant safety awareness by following established procedures and promoting safe work practices.
• Support organizational priorities by actively looking for ways to improve safety, product quality, waste reduction, and overall productivity.
• Maintain a strong sense of urgency during operations and maintenance activities to support production needs.
• Represent the organization and yourself in a professional manner in all interactions.
• Be proactive in identifying maintenance needs and potential equipment issues before they result in downtime.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience as a maintenance mechanic, maintenance technician, or in a similar maintenance repair role.
• Practical knowledge of pneumatics, motors, hydraulics, pumps, and conveyors.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on production equipment.
• Experience using tools such as voltmeters for basic electrical troubleshooting and electrical repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and work orders.
• Understanding and application of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in a production environment.
• Knowledge of and adherence to OSHA safety and health rules.
• Capability to maintain cleanliness in shop and production areas after repairs.
• Sense of urgency and strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced production setting.
• Willingness and ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift, including overtime as needed.
• For 2nd shift roles, approximately 5 years of maintenance experience is preferred.
• For 3rd shift roles, approximately 1–2 years of maintenance experience is acceptable.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electrical knowledge and troubleshooting experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting using schematics and diagnostic tools is a plus.
• Previous experience in a food or dairy production environment is a plus.
• Familiarity with heavy equipment maintenance is beneficial.
• Ability to support safety, quality, and productivity initiatives within a manufacturing plant.
• Willingness to take and pass an electrical test as part of the hiring process.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work professionally with production and maintenance teams.
• Motivation to learn, grow, and expand skills through training and on-the-job experience.

Why Work Here?

You will join a large, growing operation that offers significant opportunities for advancement and skill development. The plant leadership actively supports training and is committed to helping team members strengthen their weaker areas and expand their technical capabilities. You will work in an environment where learning is encouraged, on-the-job training is readily available, and your initiative to grow is valued. The facility is currently very busy, providing consistent work and opportunities for overtime, allowing you to build both experience and earnings while developing a long-term career in maintenance.

Work Environment

This role is based in a dairy production environment that is not a freezer setting. You will work around production machinery and equipment, including pneumatics, motors, hydraulics, pumps, and conveyors. The position operates on 2nd shift (approximately 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.) or 3rd shift (approximately 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Saturday through Wednesday), with a high level of activity and frequent opportunities for overtime due to strong production demand. You will use tools such as voltmeters and work with mechanical and basic electrical systems while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices and OSHA safety standards. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and professionalism, with an expectation that work areas remain clean and organized after repairs.

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

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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 COMMERCE,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.