Maintenance Mechanic @ Aerotek

Maintenance Mechanic (2nd Shift) $40/hr - Aurora, ILJob DescriptionThis role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of production machinery in a large manufacturing facility. You will perform both preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment such as brake presses, rollformers, punch presses, and power paint systems, with a primary emphasis on mechanical work and a significant electrical component. The position requires comfort working with high-voltage systems and three-phase motors, along with the ability to support safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations on the second shift.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair production machinery including brake presses, rollformers, punch presses, and power paint systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all machinery and material handling equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Carry out corrective maintenance on equipment as issues arise, ensuring safe and timely return to service.
• Work with electrical systems up to 480V, including repairing and replacing three-phase motors.
• Support and maintain press room operations, including heavy press equipment and related electrical controls and motor starters.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in production equipment.
• Assist with maintenance and repair of specific production lines and equipment such as HIC machines, roll formers, press brakes, shelf lines, and paint systems.
• Utilize knowledge of PLCs to support troubleshooting and maintenance activities where applicable.
• Perform general facility repairs as needed to support overall plant operations.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage in a clear and accurate manner.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize tasks and ensure efficient workflow.
• Participate in initial day-shift training and then transition to second shift, adapting to shift-specific processes and requirements.
• Follow all safety procedures and lockout/tagout practices while working on machinery and electrical systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and recommend maintenance or process improvements.

Essential Skills

• 35 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair heavy machinery such as brake presses, rollformers, punch presses, and power paint systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience troubleshooting complex production equipment.
• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to work safely and confidently with electrical systems up to 480V.
• Hands-on experience repairing and replacing three-phase motors.
• Skill in working with electrical controls and motor starters for press room operations.
• Ability to maintain and repair heavy press operations.
• Comfort working in a large, heavy industrial manufacturing environment with various types of machinery.
• Willingness and ability to work 2nd shift hours after completing required day-shift training.
• Capability to balance approximately 60% mechanical and 40% electrical responsibilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to high-tech PLC controls, with PLC experience considered a plus but not required.
• Knowledge of newer PLC-based control systems for production equipment.
• Experience with equipment such as HIC machines, roll formers, press brakes, shelf lines, and paint systems.
• Prior experience in a unionized manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• Ability to adapt to both older and newer generations of machinery, including manual and CNC equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with production and maintenance teams.

Why Work Here? This opportunity offers long-term stability in a company with more than a century of history, demonstrating a strong and consistent presence in the industry. You will join a union environment after the contract period, gaining access to solid benefits and an increase in pay upon conversion. The role provides a clear pathway from contract to hire, with the added security of union membership and the support that comes with it. You will work with a diverse mix of equipment, building valuable skills and experience in a setting that values reliability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.

Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a large manufacturing facility with an older, rustic appearance and a substantial amount of heavy machinery. The plant houses a mix of manual equipment, CNC machines, and more recent models, creating a varied and dynamic technical environment. This is a union setting, and employees are expected to join the union after the contract period, gaining access to associated benefits and a pay increase. The position is for the second shift, with core hours from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Training will be conducted on the day shift (6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) for approximately two weeks before transitioning to the evening shift. The environment is industrial and hands-on, with regular exposure to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and an expectation to follow all safety and operational procedures while working around heavy equipment.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Aurora, IL.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/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)

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

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Aurora,IL.

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.