3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic

Aerotek; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a 3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic in Bakersfield, CA. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of production and material handling equipment to minimize downtime. Requires experience with motors, pumps, conveyors, and basic PLC/VFD interaction.

The position is contract-to-hire, onsite, with a 3rd shift schedule (≈45–50 hours/week) and mandatory overtime. Pay is $25.00–$27.00 per hour, with standard benefits and field-adjacent outdoor work

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with repair experience on industrial equipment.
• Ability to read maintenance procedures and equipment instructions.
• Willingness to overtime and weekend work as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery and material handling equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues on motors, pumps, conveyors, and related systems.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective repairs.
• Work with PLCs and VFDs to support equipment functionality.
• Inspect equipment for wear and potential failures; document actions taken.
• Coordinate with production to minimize downtime during repairs.
• Maintain tools and work areas in a clean, safe condition.
• Follow all safety procedures and facility guidelines.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Hands-on repairs

Mechanical troubleshooting

Industrial equipment

Problem solving

Reliability & safety

Team collaboration

Tools

PLC and VFDs

Job description

Job Title: 3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Join a fast-paced manufacturing facility as a skilled and dependable Maintenance Mechanic responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and executing repairs on production and material handling equipment. This role focuses on ensuring optimal equipment performance, reducing production downtime, and maintaining safe, efficient operations during 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery and material handling equipment to minimize unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues on motors, gauges, pumps, conveyor systems, and material handling equipment.
• Identify root causes of equipment malfunctions and implement effective corrective actions and repairs.
• Work with some automated equipment, including basic interaction with PLCs and variable frequency drives (VFDs), to support equipment functionality.
• Inspect equipment regularly to identify wear, damage, or potential failures and take appropriate maintenance actions.
• Complete mechanical repairs and adjustments in a timely manner to support continuous production operations.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used in accordance with facility procedures.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to coordinate repairs and minimize disruption to manufacturing schedules.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working with mechanical, electrical, and automated equipment.
• Support weekend production requirements by performing maintenance tasks as needed to ensure equipment readiness.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic, preferably in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in maintenance and repair of industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical issues on motors, gauges, pumps, conveyor systems, and material handling equipment.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on production and material handling machinery.
• Ability to work as a maintenance technician in a fast-paced, high-demand manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical systems and components used in industrial and production environments.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow maintenance procedures and equipment instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Reliability and dependability to support mandatory overtime and weekend work requirements.
• Ability to work 3rd shift hours consistently and maintain productivity and attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a food production setting is preferred.
• Exposure to automated equipment, including PLCs and variable frequency drives (VFDs), is beneficial.
• Experience as a Maintenance Technician or Mechanical Technician in manufacturing is a plus.
• Comfort working in an outdoor or semi-outdoor industrial environment with surrounding fields.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with production and maintenance teams.
• Strong commitment to safety practices and adherence to facility guidelines.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers the chance to work in a high-volume manufacturing operation where your skills directly impact production efficiency and reliability. You will join a team that values dependable, hands-on problem solvers and provides consistent hours with opportunities for overtime. The environment supports learning through exposure to a wide range of mechanical and automated equipment, allowing you to develop and expand your maintenance expertise while contributing to an essential production operation.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large manufacturing facility located near a major freeway, situated on a primarily dirt lot with fields surrounding the site. The work environment is fast-paced and production-focused, with significant use of motors, pumps, conveyor systems, material handling equipment, and some automated machinery such as PLCs and VFDs. The position operates on 3rd shift, with a typical schedule of approximately 45-50 hours per week, including mandatory overtime. Weekend work is required, and days off generally fall between Tuesday and Wednesday. The setting is industrial and may involve working both indoors around machinery and outdoors or in semi-outdoor areas, requiring appropriate work attire suitable for a manufacturing and field-adjacent environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bakersfield, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bakersfield,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.

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.