Maintenance Mechanic

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic 📍 Gaston, SC💲 Starting Pay: $32.88 - $36.59/hr🕒 Full-Time | Day Shift

• Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
• Monday - Thursday, 7:00AM - 5:30 PM

DIRECT HIRE POSITIONJob Summary Aerotek is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to support the safe and reliable operation of production equipment. This position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and performing preventive maintenance on mechanical systems throughout the plant.The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical troubleshooting experience in an industrial, manufacturing, chemical, plastics, paper, packaging, textile, or process production environment.Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, heat exchangers, rotary air locks, bagging equipment, and related mechanical systems.
• Install, remove, dismantle, and rebuild equipment using hand tools, power tools, hoists, cranes, and rigging equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime.
• Complete maintenance documentation and work orders within the maintenance management system.
• Support equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all plant safety, environmental, and housekeeping procedures.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure efficient production.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 3 years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience; OR
• Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance or a related field.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred

• Experience with SAP or CMMS maintenance systems.
• Millwright experience.
• Welding and pipefitting experience.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience in chemical processing, plastics, manufacturing, or other heavy industrial environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb, work at heights, and work in confined spaces.
• Capable of standing, kneeling, bending, and performing physical work throughout the shift.
• Available for overtime, weekends, and emergency maintenance activities as needed.

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing and process-production setting.
• Exposure to moving machinery, elevated work areas, noise, heat, and varying weather conditions.
• PPE required, including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots.
• Fast-paced environment focused on safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay
• Full-time, stable employment
• Day-shift schedules available
• Opportunity to work with complex industrial equipment
• Strong safety culture
• Career growth and skill development opportunities

If you have experience as a Maintenance Mechanic, Millwright, Industrial Mechanic, Mechanical Technician, or Maintenance Technician, we encourage you to apply today. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Gaston, SC. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $68390.00 - $76107.00/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, medical dental vision Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Gaston, SC. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Gaston,SC.

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.