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Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dual craft Maintenance Technician with at least 3 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have the ability to read schematics and blueprints and possess experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, pumps, valves, air compressors, boilers, and other related equipment. Training on ammonia will be provided.

Responsibilities

+ Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment.

+ Troubleshoot machinery and perform routine preventative maintenance.

+ Read, interpret, and follow instructions and operation manuals.

+ Demonstrate electrical competency for troubleshooting and familiarity with electrical principles and components.

+ Weld and fabricate parts and equipment.

+ Use an electrical meter for testing purposes.

+ Maintain a schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.

+ Have knowledge of piping systems, pipe fittings, pumps and motors, valves, etc.

+ Understand gearboxes, motors, bearings, sprockets, chains, bushings, belts, and pulleys.

+ Clean, repair, and install equipment and parts as needed.

+ Operate sit-down forklifts and/or articulating boom lifts.

+ Operate a variety of hand and power tools.

+ Maintain a clean and organized work area.

+ Comply with health and safety regulations.

+ Perform general maintenance work on buildings as assigned.

+ Maintain a strong working relationship with all plant departments.

+ Write routine reports and correspondence.

Essential Skills

+ Electrical troubleshooting

+ Maintenance technician skills

+ Mechanical knowledge

+ Hydraulics and pneumatics experience

+ Repair and preventive maintenance skills

+ Schematic and blueprint reading

+ Pump and valve repair

+ Conveyor maintenance

+ Air compressors and boiler maintenance

+ Welding and 3-phase electrical knowledge

+ Pump repair

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with diaphragm pumps

+ Industrial maintenance experience

+ 2 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or in a similar role

+ Preferred experience in a food manufacturing environment

+ Welding and/or fabrication experience preferred

+ High school diploma or GED

+ Trade certification or vocational school graduate

+ Ability to operate hand and power tools

+ Mechanical aptitude and ability

+ Strong computer skills

+ Physical dexterity and ability to perform physical tasks

+ Troubleshooting skills to identify and recommend solutions

+ Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

+ Knowledge of health and safety regulations

+ Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. and/or push, pull, or move heavy machinery and/or drums

+ Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift

Why Work Here?

We offer 3 weeks of vacation in the first year, which is more than most companies. We provide free life insurance at 2x your annual salary, as well as free short-term and long-term disability insurance. There are quick opportunities for leadership roles with the retirement of the maintenance supervisor in 1.5-2 years. Additionally, there is significant growth opportunity with the North plant starting up chocolate production within the next 6 months.

Work Environment

This job is performed in a climate-controlled food manufacturing plant. Candidates will **not** be required to be clean shaven but will need to wear a hair/beard net.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $42.00/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 Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.