Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The Maintenance Technician diagnoses and repairs electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated production equipment, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and helps minimize production downtime through timely troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems in line with established maintenance plans and manufacturer recommendations.
• Carry out predictive maintenance activities by monitoring equipment performance to identify potential failures before they occur.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and respond quickly to emergency breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Conduct root cause analysis on recurring equipment issues and implement corrective actions to prevent future failures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime, increasing equipment reliability, and improving overall maintenance effectiveness.
• Execute scheduled maintenance tasks, inspections, and adjustments to keep equipment operating within optimal parameters.
• Maintain accurate and timely maintenance records, including work orders, parts used, and equipment histories.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize work, coordinate repairs, and ensure equipment availability.
• Use provided tools, community tools, and available spare parts to perform high-quality repairs and avoid temporary or incomplete fixes.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a maintenance technician or similar role in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical repair skills, including the ability to disassemble, repair, and reassemble production equipment.
• Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance practices and schedules.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting equipment issues to quickly identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Ability to work with electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated production systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when documenting maintenance work and equipment histories.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergency breakdowns and work under time pressure to reduce downtime.
• Solid understanding of maintenance safety practices and safe use of tools and equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and uptime.
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance techniques and monitoring equipment performance indicators.
• Comfort working with automated and potentially robotic equipment, with an interest in further robotics training.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing maintenance training and upskilling programs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple work orders, priorities, and documentation requirements.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a highly supportive environment that invests in their growth and well-being. The organization offers some of the best benefits in the area, with low-cost premiums and low deductibles, along with access to an on-site clinic that provides discounted and free medications and convenient appointment scheduling for employees and their families. Team members enjoy a generous paid time off package that includes two weeks of PTO, ten holidays, and five personal days in the first year. The company emphasizes long-term stability and rewards tenure, and it actively supports professional development through maintenance training and upcoming on-site robotics training to continually upskill the team.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $35.00/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)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Carbondale,IL.

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.