Mechanic 37 Hr

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 for a permanent, on-site role in Hammond, IN. You will repair, maintain and improve high-volume production equipment, troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and basic electrical issues, and perform welding and fabrication to keep production running.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 2+ years' experience in preventive maintenance, ability to lift 50+ lbs, read blueprints, and follow lockout/tagout safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Hands-on experience repairing 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 safe work practices.
• Capability to lift 50 or more pounds regularly.
• Comfort working around PLC-controlled equipment.

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.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Hydraulics

MIG welding

Stick welding

Electrical basics

Reading blueprints

Lockout/tagout

PLC familiarity

Lifting 50+ lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic

$31 - 38

Shift: All

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

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hammond,IN.

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.