Maintenance Mechanic

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician for a 1st shift position in Dewitt, Iowa. You will report directly to the Plant Manager and will be responsible for all areas of maintenance activity. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the production team to coordinate materials, time, and resources for preventive and corrective maintenance work. Experience working with pumps, motors, hydraulics, PLC, machining, mechanics, furnaces, and combustion equipment is essential, with electrical and welding skills highly preferred. Responsibilities Coordinate with the production team for materials, time, and resources management for maintenance tasks. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, hydraulics, PLC, machining, mechanics, furnaces, and combustion equipment. Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues. Assist the Plant Manager with the development of capital projects, budgets, and finances. Conduct project requirements analysis and follow up on current jobs. Determine contractor needs based on workloads and schedule/monitor building and property maintenance and repairs. Support the Total Maintenance Program (TPM). Understand and implement safety job planning requirements, including Lockout/Tagout, fall protection, confined spaces, and PPE. Apply lean principles to achieve organizational results. Use in-house and outsourced scheduling methodology. Essential Skills 2-5 years of maintenance work experience. Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, machining, electrical systems, and welding. Troubleshooting skills in electrical and mechanical systems. Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Project management skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with PLCs and automation systems. Understanding of lean principles. Knowledge of safety protocols such as Lockout/Tagout, fall protection, and confined spaces. Why Work Here? Enjoy a 1st shift role with 4-day, 10-hour shifts and overtime opportunities on Fridays. Join a smaller team of 50-55 employees in a very clean, well-lit shop environment. As part of an international company with facilities in Canada and China, you will have access to great benefits, PTO, a 401K match, and competitive starting pay. Uniforms and apparel are also provided to all employees. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 DeWitt,IA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.