Maintenance Mechanic @ Aerotek

Job DescriptionThis role focuses on assembling, dismantling, installing, removing, and maintaining industrial machinery and motors in a repair and service environment. You will break down and rebuild motors, perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, and ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently across various industrial sites.

Responsibilities

• Break down, rebuild, and service electric motors and related industrial equipment.
• Assemble, dismantle, install, remove, and maintain industrial machinery according to layout plans, blueprints, and manufacturers specifications.
• Diagnose equipment issues, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems, and perform timely repairs.
• Work on pumps, conveyors, gear boxes, motors, and related components to ensure reliable operation.
• Fabricate and install machine guarding and structural components to improve safety and equipment integrity.
• Demonstrate and follow safe use of industrial tools, machinery, and equipment to complete tasks.
• Use hand tools and industrial equipment accurately and safely while performing maintenance and repair work.
• Recognize and troubleshoot equipment failures and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Travel to onsite locations to support industrial clients and perform maintenance and repair services as needed.

Essential Skills

• For Lead Mechanics: 5+ years of mechanical experience working on pumps, electric motors, conveyors, and similar industrial equipment.
• For Entry-Level Mechanics: 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance or mechanic work, or demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Strong mechanical skills, including hands-on repair and maintenance of industrial machinery and motors.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical issues on industrial equipment.
• Proficiency with hydraulics and pneumatics in an industrial maintenance setting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, layout plans, and manufacturers specifications.
• Experience using hand tools and industrial tools safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of bearings, gear boxes, motors, and pumps and how they function within industrial systems.
• Ability to recognize equipment failures and troubleshoot root causes.
• Valid drivers license to travel to various onsite locations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a maintenance technician or mechanic in an industrial environment.
• Comfort working with troubleshooting processes for both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a field service environment.
• Strong attention to safety practices and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Willingness to take on additional hours and responsibilities as needed, including weekend work.

Why Work Here? You join a family-run organization that values long-term relationships, strong performance, and professional growth. The company offers competitive compensation with enhanced pay for weekend work, and pay increases over time based on your performance and tenure. You can take advantage of flexible hours, with opportunities to work additional time if desired. Vacation benefits grow with your years of service, reflecting a commitment to work-life balance and employee loyalty.

Lead mechanics receive a company truck, gas card, and provided tools along with a tool allowance, supporting you with the resources you need to succeed on the job.Work EnvironmentYou work for a family-run electrical repair facility that services industrial clients across the Midwest. The role is primarily onsite at customer facilities, where you will handle industrial machinery and motors in active production environments. The company provides a structured dress code focused on safety: metatarsal boots are required, with one pair provided annually, along with jeans and a long-sleeve shirt.

Additional safety gear such as safety glasses and hearing protection is supplied. The environment involves hands-on work with industrial equipment, tools, and machinery, and offers the opportunity to work significant hours, including weekends, for those who want additional overtime.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Marion, IA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $68640.00 - $68640.00/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. They pay 2x on saturdays and 2.5x on sundays

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Marion,IA.

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.