Mechanic for Industrial Machines

Job Description

As a Mechanic, you will ensure the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on production machines. You will follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications to troubleshoot malfunctions.

Responsibilities

Dismantle, move, assemble, install, weld, and perform torch work on industrial machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, drawings, or verbal instructions.Use hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools to dismantle equipment and machines.Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.Assemble and install equipment such as conveyors using hand and power tools.Construct foundations and align machines.Perform scheduled inspection and maintenance.Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation and listening for problems.Use precision measuring and testing instruments to troubleshoot issues.Remove defective parts by dismantling devices using hoists, cranes, hand, and power tools.Control downtime through the use of effective routine preventive maintenance techniques.Set up and operate machine tools and fabrication machinery to rework or make new parts.Travel to other locations may be required.Other work may be assigned at Management’s direction.

Essential Skills

TroubleshootingMechanical maintenanceMechanical TroubleshootingUnderstanding of blueprints/schematicsMachine operating or fabricatingDiesel engine repairElectrical repairHydraulics and PneumaticsPreventive maintenanceBlueprint readingUse of hand toolsWelding3-phase motorsWiringMechanical and electrical assemblySchematics

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Proficiency with hand and power toolsStrong mechanical aptitudeExperience in mechanical/electrical assembly

Work Environment

This role is based in a heavy manufacturing environment where you will work with a variety of machinery and mechanical equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Warsaw, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Warsaw,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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