Maintenance Personnel

Ursitti Elite Staffing and Associates; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and vacation

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for dependable Maintenance Personnel for a chemical plant in Valparaiso, Indiana. The role includes hands-on mechanical work and facility maintenance, requiring mechanical repair experience and preferred backgrounds in welding, plumbing, or electrical work. Candidates must be able to lift 50-70 lbs and work in non-climate-controlled environments. This is a long-term opportunity with benefits available after permanent hire including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Mechanical repair experience is required.
• Preferred experience in welding, plumbing, or electrical work.
• Ability to lift 50-70 lbs regularly.
• Forklift operation experience (certification not required).
• Must have steel-toe boots (reimbursement after permanent hire).
• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Responsibilities

• Rebuild and repair pumps, motors, and valves.
• Maintain, repair, and upgrade piping systems.
• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs.
• Maintain and repair building interiors/exteriors and grounds.
• Clean and maintain tools and work areas to promote safety.
• Troubleshoot and repair forklifts, vehicles, and plant equipment.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Support plant operations and respond to maintenance requests as needed.

Skills

Mechanical repair experience

Welding

Plumbing

Electrical work

Forklift operation

Job description

Shift: Monday Friday, 7:00 AM 3:30 PM (Some overtime and occasional weekends may be required)

Type: Temp-to-Hire

Pay: Based on experience

Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview:

We are hiring a dependable and hardworking Maintenance Personnel to support daily operations at a chemical plant in Valparaiso, Indiana. This role involves hands‑on mechanical work, general repairs, and facility maintenance. Ideal candidates will have experience with mechanical repairs and a background in welding, plumbing, or electrical work is strongly preferred. Temporary time would be a probationary period.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rebuild and repair pumps, motors, and valves
• Maintain, repair, and upgrade piping systems and facility structures
• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs
• Maintain and repair building interiors/exteriors and grounds
• Clean and maintain tools and work areas to promote safety
• Troubleshoot and repair forklifts, vehicles, and plant equipment
• Assist with preventive maintenance and inspections
• Support plant operations and respond to maintenance requests as needed

Requirements:

• Mechanical repair experience required
• Preferred experience in welding, plumbing, or electrical work
• Ability to lift 50-70 lbs regularly
• Forklift operation experience (certification not required)
• Must have steel‑toe boots (reimbursement available after permanent hire)
• Must be able to work in a non‑climate‑controlled environment
• Strong team player with a reliable and safety‑conscious work ethic
• Must pass a drug screen and background check

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire:

• Health and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and vacation

This is a long‑term opportunity for someone ready to contribute to a hardworking team and grow their career in industrial maintenance. Apply