Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a wide range of production equipment, with a strong focus on electrical controls and mechanical systems. This role requires advanced troubleshooting skills in PLCs, inverter drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, bearings, chains and belting, conveying systems, valves, and general mechanical components. The ideal candidate works effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment and supports safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all facility equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned production and facility equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical control systems, including PLCs, inverter drives, and related components.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical systems, including pumps, bearings, chains, belting, conveying systems, valves, and associated hardware.
• Use basic blueprint reading and schematic interpretation to identify issues and complete repairs accurately.
• Respond promptly to maintenance calls during production hours and resolve issues with a strong sense of urgency.
• Record daily meter readings, including utility usage and boiler chemistry, and maintain accurate sanitation-related records as required.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting to identify root causes of equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions.
• Carry out hydraulic and pneumatic system troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs.
• Support welding and fabrication tasks as needed to repair or modify equipment and structures.
• Assist in training new employees on correct machinery operation and basic equipment care.
• Follow established safety and quality procedures while performing all maintenance activities.
• Access and navigate all areas of the facility and equipment to inspect, maintain, and repair machinery.
• Collaborate with team members and production staff to prioritize work orders and support continuous operations.
• Maintain tools, parts, and work areas in an organized, safe, and clean condition.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of two years of electrical experience in an industrial or similar environment.
• Strong troubleshooting ability in the electrical control field, including PLCs and inverter drives.
• Hands-on experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, bearings, chains, and belting.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining conveying systems and valves.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and electrical or mechanical schematics.
• Demonstrated mechanical troubleshooting skills in a production or maintenance setting.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with team members and production personnel.
• Flexible schedule, including availability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Strong safety and quality awareness, with the ability to follow and promote safe work practices.
• Ability to access and navigate all areas of the facilities and all parts of company equipment.
• Proven history of being a positive, self-driven team player who can work at a fast pace in a team-based environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with PLC troubleshooting and electrical troubleshooting in production equipment.
• Welding and basic fabrication for equipment repair and modification.
• Familiarity with documenting meter readings, boiler chemistry, and sanitation records.
• Experience working in fast-paced production environments with frequent maintenance calls.
• Engineering or technical experience related to maintenance, electrical, or mechanical systems is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team-oriented environment that values safety, quality, and collaboration, where your technical skills directly support reliable and efficient operations. The role offers the opportunity to work with a wide variety of electrical and mechanical systems, expanding your expertise in PLCs, drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, and fabrication. You will work alongside supportive colleagues who appreciate self-driven, positive team players and recognize the impact of effective maintenance on overall performance. Compensation reflects your experience within the engineering and maintenance field, providing room for growth as you develop and demonstrate your capabilities.

Work Environment

This role is based in a non–climate-controlled environment, where temperatures may vary with the seasons. You will work in and around production equipment, utilities, and facility systems, frequently accessing different areas of the plant and various parts of the machinery. The position supports production operations, so hours may include weekends and holidays, with the need to respond to maintenance calls during active production. Work involves hands-on use of tools and equipment for electrical troubleshooting, mechanical repairs, welding, and fabrication, while adhering to all safety procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment as required.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Selma, AL.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00/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 Selma,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.