Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic Job Description As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for overseeing all projects, repairs, and improvements on the production line, including mold changes and preventative maintenance. Your role is crucial in ensuring the proper and safe operational conditions of all production and related equipment. Responsibilities Recommend, plan, repair, modify, make, install, and adjust necessary elements following a problem or project to influence productivity. Assist in updating, developing, and improving equipment preventative maintenance programs. Direct and advise production employees while working on repairs. Assist and train production employees on machine conversions and preventative maintenance. Ensure cleanliness of all equipment and related areas after repairs or preventative maintenance. Communicate to supervisors regarding the condition of all production equipment. Assist in maintaining an appropriate stock of spare parts. Assist Maintenance Electrician in investigating electrical-related problems. Collaborate with the maintenance team on repairs, preventative maintenance, installation, commissioning, and testing. Review all machine safety procedures (Lockout/Tagout) and general safety procedures including fire evacuation, accident reporting, and all aspects of the safety contract. Essential Skills Knowledge in hydraulics and pneumatics. Basic knowledge in electricity and controls. Prior maintenance/mechanical experience with a minimum of 2 years or a certificate in maintenance. Forklift Certified and Elevated Lift Certified. Additional Skills & Qualifications Physical requirements include pushing/pulling, hand/eye coordination, stooping, bending, walking, sitting, standing, kneeling, climbing. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Why Work Here? We offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for onsite training and skill development. Our focus on safety and operational excellence provides a stable and rewarding career path. Work Environment The work environment involves working with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical control systems, requiring hands-on machine maintenance. Safety procedures are a top priority, including Lockout/Tagout protocols. Dress code may involve safety gear appropriate for machine and equipment maintenance. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tumwater, Washington. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $33.00/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 Tumwater,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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.