Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift Direct

ZipRecruiter; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Reading, PA. The role involves mechanical troubleshooting, repairing manufacturing equipment, and conducting maintenance on hydraulic and pneumatic systems. A competitive pay rate of $27 - $32/hr is offered, along with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. This is a fully onsite position.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• Ability to perform mechanical troubleshooting and repair on manufacturing equipment.
• Experience conducting routine maintenance on conveyors, motors, and gearboxes.
• Knowledge of maintaining and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repair on manufacturing equipment.
• Conduct routine maintenance on conveyors, motors, and gearboxes.
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Hydraulics and Pneumatics

Conveyor Maintenance

Motors, Gearboxes, Shafts, Bearings

Fabrication Equipment

Hand and Power Tools

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Mechanic

Pay Rate: $27 - $32/hr (Weekly Pay)

1st Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm

2nd Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Overtime Available and Opportunity for Overtime

Clean and Climate Controlled Environment

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repair on manufacturing equipment.
• Conduct routine maintenance on conveyors, motors, and gearboxes.
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform facility and building maintenance tasks as needed.
• Work with 480V electrical systems and 3-phase motors.
• Read blueprints and manuals to ensure accurate workmanship.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.

Skills

• Mechanical Maintenance
• Hydraulics and Pneumatics
• Conveyor Maintenance
• Motors, Gearboxes, Shafts, Bearings
• Fabrication Equipment
• Hand and Power Tools

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on 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:

• 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
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace

This is a fully onsite position in Reading, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.

About Aerotek

Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry—from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive.

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.

Equal Opportunity

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to veteran status, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.