Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic Job Description The House Mechanic is responsible for performing a broad range of mechanical (millwright) maintenance tasks to ensure the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of plant equipment. This role involves hands-on work with machinery, including inspection, repair, refurbishment, and performance optimization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of mechanical systems and demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with production teams. Responsibilities Conduct inspections, part replacements, alignments, balancing, installations, and refurbishments of mechanical equipment. Perform advanced troubleshooting to identify and resolve equipment issues efficiently. Develop a thorough understanding of the operating principles and process roles of assigned equipment. Apply knowledge of equipment function and application to optimize performance and minimize downtime. Work closely with production personnel to understand operating parameters and ensure maintenance interventions are appropriate and effective. Provide feedback and recommendations to improve equipment reliability and process efficiency. Perform a variety of joining and fabrication tasks including welding, cutting, brazing, and soldering. Weld carbon steel using SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) and GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) processes. Weld stainless steel using the SMAW process. Essential Skills Troubleshooting Maintenance technician Hydraulics Preventive maintenance Welding Mechanical experience Repair Electrical Mechanical Pneumatics Blueprint Schematic Hand tool Industrial Heavy equipment Construction Fabrication Maintenance repair Additional Skills & Qualifications Proven experience in mechanical maintenance or millwright work. Proficiency in welding techniques and fabrication methods. Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints. Effective communication and teamwork skills. Why Work Here? The stability of work is very strong with minimal threat of layoffs. Many employees have made 20-30 year careers here. The company treats employees extremely well. During the summers, mechanics work Monday to Friday during the day, and in season, they follow a rotating schedule, working only half of the month and having 7 consecutive days off every month! Work Environment Working in a factory environment around large industrial equipment. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Moorhead, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $68224.00 - $80000.00/yr. Our benefits include eligibility for comprehensive medical insurance starting on day one. In addition, we offer Pension, 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company match, paid dental, paid basic life insurance, paid short -term disability, voluntary long-term disability, life insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, and paid holidays. We also offer tuition reimbursement, service awards, and a 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost. We are proud to offer such a comprehensive package to our employees and believe that it reflects our commitment to their well-being and success. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Moorhead,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 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.