Mechanic

Mechanic

Pay: $30-35/hr

Shift: 1st shift

Location: Carol Stream, IL

Job Description

This position is for a Machine Mechanic within a rebuilding and job shop, custom machine building environment. Employees will start by evaluating machines, breaking them down, determining root causes, problem-solving, and repairing and rebuilding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repair of used packaging machines.

• Identify root causes of issues and implement repairs to ensure machines operate productively.

• Utilize hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers.

• Work with power tools such as power drills and impacts.

• Read and interpret tape measures when necessary.

• Assist with fabrication and production tasks.

• Lift up to 50 pounds.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience as a maintenance mechanic, machine builder, or custom automotive mechanic/fabricator.

• Proficiency with hand and power tools.

• Ability to troubleshoot and assemble machines.

• Understanding of mechanical repair, hydraulics, electrical systems, machine building, schematics, and preventive maintenance.

• Experience with pneumatics, blueprint reading, welding, machine and electrical assembly, maintenance technician tasks, wiring, and installation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carol Stream, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carol Stream,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 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.