Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title: Maintenance MechanicJob DescriptionThe Maintenance Mechanic maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs production equipment, facility systems, and supporting utilities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This role works closely with production and engineering teams, uses a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to plan and document work, and contributes to equipment upgrades, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting on a wide range of production equipment to minimize downtime and support consistent output.
• Maintain and repair facility systems and utilities, including refrigeration, steam, water, and compressed air systems, to keep them operating reliably.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems to extend equipment life and prevent failures.
• Support a safe workplace by performing tasks such as air quality checks, proper parts and tool management, and safe equipment installation and removal.
• Coordinate and collaborate with outside contractors when specialized services or additional support are required.
• Use the sites CMMS to log work orders, record maintenance activities, update procedures, and manage job priorities.
• Partner with production and engineering teams to ensure equipment is operated correctly, maintained according to standards, and quickly restored to service when issues occur.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications to support new processes and improved performance.
• Participate in process improvement and efficiency initiatives by identifying recurring issues, suggesting solutions, and implementing corrective actions.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and plant guidelines while performing maintenance tasks.
• Maintain an organized work area, including tools, parts, and maintenance documentation, to support efficient and accurate work.
• Take on additional maintenance and facility-related tasks as assigned by leadership to support overall plant operations.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience performing maintenance and repair on production and facility equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in mechanical systems, including rotating equipment and mechanical assemblies.
• Practical knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics, including troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic components.
• Experience with electrical systems, including basic electrical troubleshooting and working with three-phase power.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment and systems.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills for identifying root causes of equipment issues and implementing effective repairs.
• Experience using a CMMS or similar system to log work, track maintenance activities, and manage priorities.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment documentation, procedures, and maintenance instructions.
• Commitment to safe work practices, including proper use of tools, equipment, and safety procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and PLC control systems, including working with major industrial platforms such as Allen-Bradley.
• Basic welding skills for equipment repair, fabrication, or modification.
• History of maintaining utilities such as refrigeration, steam, water, and compressed air systems.
• Experience supporting equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements in a production environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with production, engineering, and external contractors.
• Strong organizational skills for managing tools, parts, and documentation.
• Continuous improvement mindset with an interest in enhancing equipment reliability and plant efficiency.

Why Work Here?You join a team that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement, where your technical expertise directly supports smooth and efficient operations. The environment encourages collaboration with production and engineering teams, giving you the opportunity to broaden your skills and work on diverse equipment and systems. You will have the chance to contribute to process improvements, participate in equipment upgrades, and grow your maintenance capabilities in a setting that recognizes the importance of well-maintained facilities and utilities.Work EnvironmentThis role operates in an active production and plant environment, working directly with manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and utilities such as refrigeration, steam, water, and compressed air. You regularly use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to manage work orders and documentation, and you work with a range of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and PLC-controlled systems. The position involves hands-on work with tools, parts, and equipment, as well as coordination with production, engineering, and outside contractors. Work hours may include standard shifts with the possibility of overtime or varied schedules to support production needs and respond to maintenance priorities. Appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment are required to ensure safety while performing maintenance tasks in the plant. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Chaska, MN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $72800.00/yr. 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.401k with company match Insurance

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision PTO Paid holidays Bonus opportunity pending company performance Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Chaska, MN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Chaska,MN.

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.