**Maintenance Mechanic – Hickory, NC** **About the Role** + We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in Hickory, NC. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about hands-on mechanical work and is looking to grow their career in a supportive, team-driven environment. **Key Responsibilities** + Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production and facility equipment. + Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform repairs to minimize downtime. + Maintain accurate maintenance records and logs. + Collaborate with production teams to ensure equipment reliability. + Participate in continuous improvement and safety initiatives. **What We Offer** + **Structured Training Program:** Learn from experienced technicians and supervisors. + **Career Growth Path:** Opportunities to advance into lead mechanic or supervisory roles. + **Supportive Team Culture:** Work in a collaborative environment that values your input. + **Competitive Pay & Benefits:** Including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and more. **Qualifications** + High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred. + 1+ years of mechanical maintenance experience (industrial or manufacturing preferred). + Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. + Willingness to learn and grow within the role. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr. 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 & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Hickory,NC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.