Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant equipment, buildings, and grounds by performing troubleshooting, preventive, and predictive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems. This role focuses on monitoring, diagnosing, and repairing equipment issues to support continuous plant operations while collaborating closely with production and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on motors, pneumatic components, conveyor systems, production machinery, and related equipment by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic components of plant machinery and equipment to minimize downtime and support continuous operations.
• Locate sources of equipment problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for irregularities, and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Build and wire control panels for machinery according to blueprints and electrical schematics when required.
• Ensure proper operation of electrical and mechanical systems by performing safe, preventive, and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with plant standards.
• Perform daily maintenance rounds, including monitoring and checking fire systems and other critical plant infrastructure.
• Interact daily with plant floor employees to gather input on process improvement ideas and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of maintenance or closely related experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in mechanical repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and their maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment and production machinery.
• Background in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with preventive and reactive maintenance practices.

This is a Permanent position based out of Saddle Brook, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $70720.00/yr.

Safety Shoe Allowance Mileage Reimbursement (for travel between plants) Gym Expense Reimbursement (up to $275/year after 90 days of employment) Eligible for a Production Bonus (Quarterly, based on plant performance) Paid Time Off (PTO) 12 Paid Holidays Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match Life Insurance Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This is a fully onsite position in Saddle Brook,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penaltie