Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic
Job Description
The Maintenance Mechanic performs and supports a wide range of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, welding, and fabrication tasks to keep production operations running safely and efficiently. This role focuses on general repairs, installation, and preventive maintenance on processing equipment while ensuring compliance with safety standards and plant regulations.
Responsibilities
Perform general maintenance and repair on a variety of production and processing equipment.
Connect and disconnect motors safely and correctly in accordance with established procedures.
Operate test instruments and tools such as drill presses, saws, grinders, and related shop equipment.
Perform basic stick welding and torch welding to support repair and fabrication needs.
Conduct preventive maintenance on production equipment to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
Install new equipment as required, including mechanical and electrical components.
Oversee the daily activities of hourly Mechanics and Maintenance Helpers, providing direction and support.
Maintain compliance with all equipment safety standards and ensure safe operating conditions.
Promote safety awareness and good housekeeping practices throughout the maintenance and production areas.
Ensure adherence to plant rules, procedures, and regulations in all maintenance activities.
Use troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
Plan and organize maintenance tasks to meet production schedules and operational priorities.
Essential Skills
Minimum of a high school diploma; completion of technical school coursework is preferred.
3-5 years of electrical and/or mechanical maintenance experience.
2-3 years of experience in a processing environment is preferred.
Strong mechanical and/or electrical skills with hands-on maintenance experience.
Ability to connect and disconnect motors safely and accurately.
Proficiency in operating test instruments and shop tools such as drill presses, saws, and grinders.
Ability to perform basic stick welding and torch welding.
Experience with preventive maintenance on production and processing equipment.
Good written and verbal communication skills for documenting work and interacting with team members.
Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to resolve equipment and process issues.
Good planning and organization skills to manage multiple maintenance tasks effectively.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working as a maintenance technician in an industrial or processing environment.
Ability to perform fabrication work to support equipment repair and modification.
Familiarity with processing operations and production equipment.
Demonstrated ability to oversee and guide hourly Mechanics and Maintenance Helpers.
Comfort working weekend shifts and adjusting to different schedules as needed.
Technical school training or vocational education in maintenance, electrical, or mechanical fields is a plus.
Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers the chance to work in a dynamic production environment where hands-on skills are highly valued and continuously utilized. You will play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly while working with a variety of equipment and technologies. The schedule provides defined hours with a weekend-focused shift, allowing for predictable planning. You will join a culture that emphasizes safety, adherence to standards, and strong housekeeping practices, while providing room to apply and grow your mechanical and electrical expertise.
Work Environment
This role is based in a production facility with a strong tobacco smell in one department and a strong flavoring smell in another, which can be noticeable throughout the shift. When production is running, the air can be somewhat cloudy or dusty, though described as not excessively heavy. You will work around processing equipment, motors, wiring, and fabrication tools such as drill presses, saws, grinders, and welding equipment. The position follows a weekend shift schedule: Monday 4:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday off, Thursday 4:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Initial training is conducted on a Monday-Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for approximately two weeks before transitioning to the weekend shift.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilson, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 Wilson,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 2, 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.
