Industrial Maintenance Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionThis role focuses on performing mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, and equipment installations at a new recycling plant. You will maintain and repair recycling and mining equipment, with a strong emphasis on conveyor systems and industrial machinery. The position requires a blend of mechanical and welding skills to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, and installations on recycling and mining equipment at the plant.
• Conduct conveyor changes and perform preventative and reactive maintenance on conveyor systems and related industrial machinery.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues involving motors, gearboxes, bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other industrial components.
• Perform stick welding and use an oxy-acetylene torch, air arc, and other welding tools to repair and fabricate parts as needed.
• Inspect and maintain gearboxes, bearings, and other rotating equipment to ensure reliable operation and prevent failures.
• Carry out routine preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication, adjustments, and component replacements, according to maintenance schedules.
• Use skid steers, high reaches, and forklifts to access equipment and perform maintenance safely at various heights and locations.
• Support both mechanical and welding tasks, maintaining an approximate 60/40 split between mechanical work and welding activities.
• Document maintenance work performed and communicate equipment issues or improvement opportunities to the appropriate personnel.
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete maintenance tasks efficiently and minimize equipment downtime.
• Follow all safety procedures and plant guidelines while working in an outdoor industrial environment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience or at least 10 years of welding experience; if the candidate has only welding experience and no maintenance background, they must have at least 10 years of welding.
• background in an industrial manufacturing plant environment.
• Ability to perform stick welding and use an oxy-acetylene torch for repair and fabrication work.
• Hands-on experience with conveyor maintenance, including conveyor changes and repairs.
• Strong mechanical repair skills involving motors, gearboxes, bearings, and other mechanical components.
• Practical experience working with hydraulics and pneumatics in an industrial setting.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and industrial equipment issues effectively.
• Comfort operating and working from skid steers, high reaches, and forklifts to perform maintenance tasks.
• Capability to work in a role that is approximately 60% mechanical and 40% welding.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience performing preventive maintenance programs on industrial equipment and machinery.
• Familiarity with air arc equipment and torch use for cutting and repair work.
• Strong understanding of industrial safety practices in an outdoor plant environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some Saturdays and occasional Sundays, as part of a rotating schedule.
• Willingness to work with recycling and mining equipment in a heavy industrial setting.

Why Work Here? Employees benefit from a weekly paid production bonus with unlimited earning potential and clearly defined career pathways that support long-term growth. The organization offers paid training and paid vacation, with 40 hours of vacation available at six months of employment. Team members receive a yearly payout, averaging around 17% of annual earnings, as part of a broader rewards program. The company supports ongoing education through tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year and provides low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days. Additional benefits include company-paid life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 25% company match, and an employee stock purchase plan with a 10% company match, creating a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package.

Work EnvironmentThe role is based at an outdoor recycling plant, working directly around recycling and mining equipment in an industrial setting. The standard shift runs from approximately 7:30 a.m. to around 5:00 p.m., with the workday ending when the job is completed, so finish times may vary slightly. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with the expectation of working about three Saturdays per month and a few Sundays each quarter as part of a rotating schedule; as staffing increases, weekend work will rotate more and become less frequent for each individual. The environment involves working around conveyors, motors, gearboxes, hydraulics, and pneumatics, often requiring the use of skid steers, high reaches, and forklifts to access equipment. Employees work outdoors in varying weather conditions and must be prepared for a hands-on, physically active industrial environment.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Orlando, FL.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $73000.00/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.pto, direct hire, production bonuses, set schedule,

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Orlando,FL.

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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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