Maintenance Mechanic

Aerotek; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic for the Fresno, CA area on second shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM) with overtime opportunities. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems on bottle melters, blowers and plastic molding equipment, perform repairs, and ensure reliable operation in a GMP manufacturing environment.

You will read schematics, work with Allen Bradley PLCs up to 480V, weld and fabricate as needed, and coordinate with leads and supervisors to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing plastic molding machinery.
• Familiar with pneumatic systems and conveyors.
• Proficient electrical troubleshooting up to 480V.
• Able to read schematics and perform controls.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical issues on bottle melters and blowers.
• Repair and replace worn-out shafts, bearings, and gears on conveyors and labeling machines.
• Conduct electrical troubleshooting of panels, relays, photo eyes, and proximity switches.
• Wire production machines up to 480v, including those running Allen Bradley PLC software.
• Perform maintenance and adjustments on blow molds, trimmers, and palletizers.
• Conduct mold, neck tooling, and pin changes.
• Inspect and replace pneumatic and hydraulic hoses.
• Rebuild and replace valves and pumps.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all related equipment.
• Maintain machines in optimal processing condition.
• Weld, fabricate, and repair various machines.
• Communicate with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Receive instructions and assistance from Lead Industrial Maintenance Technician or Supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Allen Bradley PLC

Read schematics

Welding and fabrication

Pneumatic systems

Conveyors

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic for our second shift, from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with the potential for overtime ranging from 10-15 hours per week. This role involves mechanical and electrical troubleshooting of various machinery, including bottle melters, blowers, and plastic molding machinery.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical issues on bottle melters and blowers.
• Repair and replace worn-out shafts, bearings, and gears on conveyors and labeling machines.
• Conduct electrical troubleshooting of panels, relays, photo eyes, and proximity switches.
• Wire production machines up to 480v, including those running Allen Bradley PLC software.
• Perform maintenance and adjustments on blow molds, trimmers, and palletizers.
• Conduct mold, neck tooling, and pin changes.
• Inspect and replace pneumatic and hydraulic hoses.
• Rebuild and replace valves and pumps.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all related equipment.
• Maintain machines in optimal processing condition.
• Weld, fabricate, and repair various machines.
• Communicate with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Receive instructions and assistance from Lead Industrial Maintenance Technician or Supervisor.

Essential Skills

• Experience in mechanical troubleshooting of plastic molding machinery.
• Familiarity with pneumatic systems and conveyors.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting and wiring up to 480v.
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC software and PLC troubleshooting.
• Ability to read schematics and perform controls experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to draw schematics with motors.
• Experience in welding and fabricating.
• Compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team in a GMP manufacturing environment where innovation meets precision. Enjoy a collaborative work culture that encourages growth and offers opportunities for professional development. Benefit from a schedule that includes overtime, allowing for increased earnings.

Work Environment

Work in a blow mold manufacturing company that produces plastic bottles, including milk and Torani bottles. The facility operates with 40 employees across three shifts, utilizing production machines with Allen-Bradley automation. Employees work in a clean, regulated environment adhering to GMP standards.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $35.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in FRESNO,CA.

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.