3rd-Shift Maintenance Mechanic: Grow into Technician

Aerotek; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Escondido, CA seeks an entry-level Maintenance Mechanic to support production by inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment in a large baking manufacturing setting. The role offers a 3rd shift schedule and hands-on training in industrial maintenance practices.

The position is contract to hire with a pay range of $25.00 to $29.00 per hour. Benefits and overtime may apply; safety procedures including LOTO are important, and candidates should be comfortable using

Qualifications

• Trade school certification preferred.
• 23 years of hands-on mechanical experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting ability.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to safely disassemble, repair, replace, and reassemble mechanical components.
• Willingness to learn industrial maintenance practices.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance and production team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing production and facility equipment.
• Perform basic mechanical repairs and component replacements.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks and assigned CMMS work orders.
• Inspect equipment for wear, damage, unusual noise, vibration, or other signs of mechanical problems.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment using hand tools, power tools, hoists, and other shop equipment.
• Assist with equipment setup and production changeovers.
• Test equipment after repairs to verify proper operation.
• Support production teams with equipment issues and downtime.
• Learn to troubleshoot and maintain mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Develop skills working with conveyors, processing equipment, motors, bearings, and drives.
• Gain experience with PLC-controlled equipment and basic PLC troubleshooting.
• Learn proper use of meters, calipers, micrometers, and other diagnostic and precision measuring tools.
• Follow PPE, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and all company safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Report food safety, quality, and food defense concerns in accordance with SQF requirements.
• Accurately document completed maintenance activities and work orders in the CMMS.
• Communicate equipment problems and completed repairs to maintenance and production personnel.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Electrical & hydraulics

Pneumatic systems

Conveyors & motors

PLC troubleshooting

Read schematics & P&ID

Education

Trade school certification

Job description

Aerotek in Escondido, CA seeks an entry-level Maintenance Mechanic to support production by inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment in a large baking manufacturing setting. The role offers a 3rd shift schedule and hands-on training in industrial maintenance practices.

The position is contract to hire with a pay range of $25.00 to $29.00 per hour. Benefits and overtime may apply; safety procedures including LOTO are important, and candidates should be comfortable using