Maintenance Mechanic

Aerotek; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health/Dental/Vision

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aerotek in Oak Creek, WI is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment in a brand-new, state-of-the-art freeze-dry facility.

You will work with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, including ammonia refrigeration, boilers, chillers, and 480V circuits, performing preventive maintenance and PLC-related troubleshooting to keep the line running and safe.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair multiple systems including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic.
• Experience with preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and facility systems.
• Ability to read equipment manuals and schematics to plan tasks.
• Exposure to PLC troubleshooting is a plus.
• Commitment to safety, food quality, and clean, compliant operations.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts on a consistent schedule.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment.
• Diagnose problems, identify root causes, replace parts, and test systems.
• Maintain boilers, chillers, vacuum pumps, water pumps, packaging equipment, and electrical systems up to 480V.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and extend asset life.
• Read manuals, schematics, and work orders to plan tasks accurately.
• Collaborate with team to prioritize work and maintain safe operations.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Troubleshooting

Mechanical repairs

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading manuals/schematics

PLC troubleshooting exposure

Food safety awareness

12-hour shifts

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic / Plant Maintenance Technician Job Description

This role supports a state-of-the-art freeze-dry manufacturing facility by installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and plant equipment. You will work with advanced mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the plant, directly contributing to the delivery of high-quality food products.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.

• Diagnose equipment problems, identify root causes, replace or repair parts, test systems, and make necessary adjustments.

• Troubleshoot and repair boilers, chillers, vacuum pumps, water pumps, packaging equipment, ammonia refrigeration systems, and electrical systems up to 480V.

• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic maintenance on production machinery and plant systems.

• Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and work orders to plan and complete maintenance and repair tasks accurately.

• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities to reduce unplanned downtime and extend asset life.

• Support industrial and PLC troubleshooting activities as needed to keep automated systems running effectively.

• Collaborate with other maintenance technicians and production staff to prioritize work, address issues quickly, and maintain a safe, reliable operation.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician or maintenance mechanic in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing at least two of the following systems: ammonia refrigeration, vacuum pumps, water pumps, packaging equipment, or electrical systems up to 480V.

• Ability to perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs on production equipment.

• Experience with preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and facility systems.

• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, technical documentation, and work orders.

• Strong troubleshooting skills for industrial equipment and systems, including basic PLC troubleshooting exposure.

• Commitment to food safety, product quality, and safe work practices.

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a consistent schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with ammonia refrigeration systems.

• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting vacuum pumps and water pumps.

• Background in maintaining packaging equipment in a production environment.

• Familiarity with industrial electrical systems up to 480V.

• Experience in a food manufacturing or similarly regulated environment.

• Strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Ability to work effectively in a growing maintenance team and adapt to new technologies and equipment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a brand-new facility equipped with all new, cutting-edge production and maintenance equipment, representing a significant investment in modern technology and infrastructure. The organization offers substantial room for professional growth as the maintenance team expands significantly over the coming years. You will work in a clean, well-maintained environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement, providing opportunities to develop your technical skills on advanced systems and equipment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a brand-new, extremely clean manufacturing facility that utilizes advanced freeze-dry technology and modern industrial equipment. Some areas of the plant are kept at very cold temperatures to support production and storage requirements, so you should be comfortable working in cold environments when needed. The maintenance team is in a growth phase, expanding from a small core group to a larger staff, offering a collaborative and evolving work setting. Work hours currently follow 12-hour shifts, with schedules of 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Monday through Thursday, providing a consistent four-day workweek structure.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Oak Creek, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $68640.00 - $68640.00/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.

401kHealth/Dental/VisionHSA/FSA AccountsLife and Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oak Creek,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.