Maintenance Mechanic

Aerotek; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 71,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

USW union benefits

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to repair, maintain, and improve industrial production machinery in Hammond, Indiana. You will troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues, perform welding, and ensure equipment operates safely to support continuous production.

Swing shift, weekends, and OT are required. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience with conveyors, stackers, packaging equipment, and hydraulic systems, plus basic electrical skills and the

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Hands-on experience repairing and maintaining conveyors, stackers and packaging equipment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems.
• Ability to perform MIG and Stick welding on steel materials.
• Basic electrical skills, including experience with AC/DC motors and 480V systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical diagrams.
• Familiarity with lockout/tagout procedures and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain industrial machinery including conveyors and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems to ensure reliable operation.
• Perform MIG and Stick welding on steel components for repair and fabrication.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures for safe maintenance.
• Read blueprints and diagrams to diagnose issues and complete repairs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Conveyors

Hydraulic systems

MIG welding

Stick welding

Electrical systems

Blueprints

Lockout/tagout

PLC awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic

$38 per hour

Shift: Swing shift, must be able to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts, weekends, and OT

Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic repairs, maintains, and improves industrial production machinery in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role focuses on troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues, performing welding and fabrication work, and ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently to support continuous production.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain industrial machinery including conveyors, shrink wrappers, stackers, ovens, sorters, power transmission systems, and palletizers.

• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems to ensure reliable operation of production equipment.

• Perform MIG and Stick welding on steel materials for repair, reinforcement, and fabrication of machine components.

• Apply basic electrical skills, including swapping out AC/DC motors and working with 480V systems, in accordance with safety standards.

• Work safely around PLC-controlled equipment and understand how mechanical and electrical systems interface with automation.

• Interpret and work from blueprints, mechanical drawings, and diagrams to diagnose issues and complete repairs correctly.

• Realign, adjust, and calibrate mechanical components to restore proper operation and minimize downtime.

• Cut, thread, and install new pipe as needed for machinery, utilities, and process systems.

• Follow lockout/tagout procedures rigorously to ensure safe maintenance and repair activities.

• Perform troubleshooting and preventive maintenance (PM) on production equipment, including conveyors, stackers and packaging machinery.

• Collaborate closely with other mechanics and maintenance team members to solve complex equipment problems and support production needs.

• Lift, move, and handle parts and tools weighing 50 pounds or more as part of regular maintenance tasks.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance on production equipment.

• Hands‑on experience repairing and maintaining conveyors, stackers and packaging equipment.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems.

• Ability to perform MIG and Stick welding on steel materials.

• Basic electrical skills, including experience with AC/DC motors and 480V systems.

• Ability to interpret and work from blueprints and mechanical diagrams.

• Experience with lockout/tagout procedures and commitment to safe work practices.

• Capability to lift 50 or more pounds on a regular basis.

• Comfort working around PLC‑controlled equipment.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable manufacturing operation with a long history and very low turnover, especially within the maintenance department. The team culture is close‑knit and supportive, with mechanics working together and relying on one another to solve problems and keep production running. You benefit from consistent shift rotations that allow you to plan your time, and you have the opportunity to develop and apply a broad range of mechanical, hydraulic, welding, and electrical skills in a dynamic environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hammond, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $78416.00 - $78416.00/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.

USW full benefits with the union

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hammond,IN.