Job Title: Equipment / Mechanical Technician (Planer & Moulder Technician)Job DescriptionThis contract-to-hire role offers a hands-on opportunity to maintain, adjust, and repair planers, moulders, and related equipment in an industrial lumber yard environment. You will work closely with experienced maintenance technicians, receive extensive on-the-job training, and gradually take on more responsibility as part of a succession plan for a retiring employee. This position is ideal for someone with strong mechanical aptitude, solid troubleshooting skills, and a genuine interest in learning precision equipment maintenance.Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance, adjustments, and repairs on planers and moulders in collaboration with lead maintenance technicians.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues and resolve equipment performance problems in a timely and safe manner.
- Grind, sharpen, and balance knives used in planers and moulders to ensure accurate and consistent cutting performance.
- Balance cutterheads and properly set up knives to meet production and quality requirements.
- Create templates for new knife profiles and patterns to support custom and changing production needs.
- Disassemble gearboxes and motors, inspect components, perform necessary repairs, and reassemble them correctly.
- Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for maintenance and repair tasks.
- Operate and maintain precision grinding machines and related equipment as needed.
- Apply basic computer skills to use maintenance-related software, record work performed, and access technical information.
- Use basic math and arithmetic to measure, calculate, and verify dimensions and tolerances.
- Work independently while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and quality.
- Follow safety procedures and best practices while working in a loud industrial lumber yard environment.
- Lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 60 pounds frequently as part of routine maintenance tasks.
- Stand at machines for extended periods while monitoring operation and troubleshooting issues.
- Collaborate with team members and experienced technicians to learn best practices and continuously improve skills.
Essential Skills
- Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in learning equipment maintenance and repair.
- Mechanical troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
- Experience as a mechanic or maintenance technician; no specific type of machinery required.
- Ability to disassemble a gearbox or motor and reassemble it correctly.
- Proficiency with hand tools and power tools in a maintenance or mechanical setting.
- Basic computer skills, including comfort using computers and learning new software.
- Basic math and arithmetic skills for measurements and calculations.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining high attention to detail.
- Ability and willingness to lift up to 60 pounds frequently.
- Comfort working in an industrial environment with loud noise and both indoor and outdoor conditions.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in industrial maintenance, machining, precision grinders, or woodworking equipment.
- Previous experience utilizing and/or maintaining planers, moulders, bench grinders, or similar woodworking equipment.
- Prior experience in automotive mechanics, machinery maintenance, equipment technician roles, installation technician roles, or service technician roles.
- Experience working with grinding machines in a production or maintenance environment.
- Previous direct or relevant industry experience in a lumber yard or similar industrial setting.
- Bilingual skills in Spanish.
Why Work Here?Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive culture that values growth, recognition, and work-life balance. The company offers competitive compensation with discretionary bonuses tied to company and individual performance, along with 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees and discounted rates for dependents. Team members have access to a Flexible Spending Account, a 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer contribution after one year, and generous paid time off that includes PTO, rest and relaxation days, vacation days, and paid holidays. The organization also provides free life insurance, a free Employee Assistance Program, and a variety of appreciation events such as catered holiday parties, summer appreciation picnics, summer barbecues, and special gestures like Thanksgiving turkeys, fostering a positive, engaging, and appreciative work environment.Work EnvironmentThe role is based in an industrial lumber yard environment that includes both indoor and outdoor work areas. The setting is loud and fast-paced, with frequent exposure to running machinery and industrial equipment. You will work primarily on a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with overtime as required. The position involves standing at machines for long periods of time, frequently lifting up to 60 pounds, and performing hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance tasks. You will work with planers, moulders, bench grinders, grinding machines, motors, gearboxes, and a variety of hand and power tools, as well as computers and maintenance-related software. The environment emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous learning while operating in a physically demanding industrial setting. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Plains, OR. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Plains, OR. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in North Plains,OR.
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):
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