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Aerotek

Waterloo, IA • 9/27/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Maintenance Technician

Text MECHANIC to to apply today.

Cedar Rapids, IA

Multiple Shift Options Available

Competitive Pay + Benefits + Long-Term Opportunity

We're hiring Maintenance Technicians to support equipment reliability and preventive maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment. This hands-on role is a great fit for mechanically inclined individuals who enjoy troubleshooting equipment, working independently, and helping keep production running efficiently.

Responsibilities
  • Perform lubrication and preventive maintenance on industrial equipment and machinery
  • Inspect bearings, motors, pumps, conveyors, and other mechanical systems
  • Apply lubricants and grease to equipment following maintenance schedules and procedures
  • Identify potential equipment issues and communicate findings to maintenance and operations teams
  • Troubleshoot basic mechanical problems and support equipment reliability efforts
  • Operate hand tools, grease pumps, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively
  • Maintain accurate documentation and follow safety procedures at all times
  • Keep work areas clean, organized, and professional
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Mechanical experience or strong mechanical aptitude
  • Understanding of industrial equipment such as bearings, motors, pumps, and conveyors
  • Ability to safely use hand tools and maintenance equipment
  • Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs throughout the shift
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs regularly
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate professionally in a manufacturing environment
Preferred Experience
  • Industrial maintenance experience
  • Preventive maintenance or lubrication experience
  • Mechanical troubleshooting experience
  • Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, or industrial machinery
  • Experience reading blueprints, diagrams, or schematics
  • Forklift or manufacturing experience
What We Offer

Multiple shift options available

Flexible scheduling opportunities

Competitive pay and benefits

Stable, long-term opportunities

Training and advancement potential

Hands-on work with industrial equipment

Team-oriented work environment

Opportunities to build technical and mechanical skills

Typical Shift Options May Include

1st Shift: Early morning and day shift schedules available

2nd Shift: Afternoon and evening schedules available

Additional schedules may be available depending on the opportunity.

If you're mechanically inclined and looking for an opportunity to grow your maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, apply today.

Apply NowText MECHANIC to for immediate consideration.Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waterloo, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Waterloo,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 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.