Job Title: Maintenance MechanicJob DescriptionThe Maintenance Mechanic provides comprehensive mechanical repair and maintenance services for machinery, equipment, and plant infrastructure in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. This role focuses on preventative and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, and repair of building equipment, production machinery, HVAC systems, and mechanical systems such as pumps, boilers, and furnaces. The position is on 1st shift (7:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.) and operates under a union structure with potential future shift changes based on seniority. The Maintenance Mechanic works hands-on across multiple construction trades, supports safe and efficient plant operations, and contributes to a collaborative, safety-driven culture.
Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical repair and maintenance on plant machinery, equipment, and infrastructure using a variety of tools and techniques.
- Conduct preventative and predictive maintenance activities to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues on building equipment, production machinery, HVAC systems, and other plant systems, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Install, repair, and maintain a wide range of building equipment, production machinery, and HVAC systems in a heavy industrial environment.
- Execute tasks across multiple construction trades related to building maintenance, including pipe fitting (lined and unlined), welding, millwright work, carpentry, sheet metal, rigging, refractory brick work, and plumbing.
- Apply working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems to diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of electrical equipment and follow rigorous safety protocols while performing basic electrical tasks as needed.
- Set up and operate manual lathes, milling machines, and other precision machine tools to craft, modify, or renew machine components and assemblies to tight tolerances.
- Design, construct, maintain, and repair mechanical systems, including pumps, boilers, and furnaces.
- Perform fabrication and assembly work using both hand tools and machine tools.
- Read, interpret, and work from sketches, patterns, blueprints, and conceptual designs to plan and execute maintenance and repair work.
- Maintain a consistently positive attitude and contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
- Work effectively with minimal or no supervision, managing tasks and priorities independently.
- Organize and manage supplies and inventories, which may include ordering materials and coordinating with vendors.
- Operate material handling equipment safely and accurately to move parts, tools, and machinery as needed.
- Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area, adhering to high standards of housekeeping.
- Provide guidance and training to fellow employees in assigned areas when needed and remain open to receiving training as required.
- Strictly adhere to safe work practices and all applicable safety policies and procedures.
- Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as required to support plant operations and maintenance needs.
- Remain flexible and open to potential shift changes in accordance with union contract and seniority-based shift bumping.
Essential Skills
- At least 5 years of mechanical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial environment.
- Strong experience troubleshooting hydraulic systems, including identifying faults and performing repairs.
- Strong experience troubleshooting pneumatic systems, including identifying faults and performing repairs.
- Proven welding and fabrication experience in an industrial setting.
- Ability to read and interpret advanced blueprints and technical drawings.
- Experience troubleshooting and installing heavy industrial equipment; experience with forging equipment is a significant plus.
- Hands-on experience with heavy industrial machine repairs in a manufacturing environment.
- High-level mechanical maintenance skills with the ability to work across diverse equipment types.
- Millwright experience, including installation, alignment, and maintenance of industrial machinery.
- Experience with manual lathe operation, including set-up and precision turning.
- Experience with manual milling machines, including set-up and operation.
- Ability to perform machine set-up and adjustments for fabrication and repair work.
- Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems in a heavy industrial context.
- Ability to perform boiler maintenance and furnace repair tasks.
- Competence in electrical maintenance tasks at a basic level while following strict safety protocols.
- Ability to interpret and work from sketches, patterns, blueprints, and conceptual designs.
- Capability to operate material handling equipment safely and accurately.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision in an industrial maintenance role.
- Strong commitment to safe work practices and adherence to safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Pipe fitting experience, including work with lined and unlined piping systems.
- Additional electrical experience beyond basic maintenance, particularly in an industrial setting.
- Experience with furnace repairs in heavy industrial or forging environments.
- Experience with HVAC repairs and maintenance.
- Experience troubleshooting and maintaining boilers.
- Manual machining experience using lathes, mills, and other precision tools.
- Background in carpentry, sheet metal work, rigging, refractory brick work, and plumbing related to building and equipment maintenance.
- Experience in a true industrial manufacturing environment with heavy equipment and forging operations.
- Comfort working around dust collectors, vacuums, and chemical processes.
- Ability to train and mentor other technicians or operators in maintenance practices.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn new systems and techniques.
Why Work Here?Employees join a stable, growth-oriented organization with a long heritage in advanced materials and a strong outlook going into 2026. The culture emphasizes safety, integrity, ethics, and environmentally responsible operations, creating a workplace where people feel valued and supported. Very low turnover reflects the positive environment, which is described as family-oriented and free from unnecessary drama on the work floor. Team members enjoy work outings and lunch events that build camaraderie, along with comprehensive benefits and a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 5% starting from the first pay period. Daily overtime over 8 hours per day provides additional earning potential, and the company is committed to long-term career growth and development. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a true industrial manufacturing environment focused on heavy equipment and forging operations. The facility includes dust collectors, vacuums, and chemical processes, and the work involves exposure to typical heavy industrial conditions. The position operates on 1st shift (7:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.) under a union structure, with the possibility of moving to 2nd or 3rd shift in the future due to seniority-based shift bumping. The environment is extremely safety-driven, with strict adherence to safe work practices and procedures. Attire consists of jeans and steel-toe boots, appropriate for working around heavy machinery and industrial equipment. Employees work with a variety of mechanical systems, production machinery, HVAC systems, and material handling equipment, and collaborate within a family-oriented, low-drama culture that prioritizes cleanliness, organization, and teamwork. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Willoughby, OH. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $83803.20 - $83803.20/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.SEE ME FOR UNION BENEFITS -------------------S Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Willoughby, OH. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Willoughby,OH.
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.
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