• Maintenance Mechanic

    Aerotek (Meridian, ID)


    Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic ($23 - $27)

    Job Description

    As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all plant equipment. Your role will involve performing preventive maintenance, installing new machinery, and troubleshooting equipment issues. You will play a key part in maintaining our production systems and ensuring safety standards are met.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform daily preventive maintenance and repairs on all equipment.

    + Install new equipment and determine necessary parts for repairs.

    + Communicate effectively with operators and management to address daily operational needs.

    + Fill out reports related to problems or parts ordering.

    + Operate band saws, drill presses, grinders, and other shop tools competently.

    + Maintain a clean and organized work area.

    + Troubleshoot issues with plant machinery and repair molds using appropriate setup procedures.

    + Replace or repair bearings and related parts, and make minor wiring repairs.

    + Create fabrications from drawings and make repairs in high or enclosed areas.

    + Perform welding in various positions, locations, and types of joints.

    + Replace equipment parts following proper instructions and using the correct tools.

    + Start or jog equipment to perform maintenance tasks and order minor parts.

    + Collaborate with operators and supervisors to resolve machinery problems.

    + Perform maintenance on equipment and tools within safety requirements.

    + Attend safety meetings, adhere to safety rules, and report hazardous conditions.

    Essential Skills

    + Troubleshooting expertise with motors, drives, and PLC systems.

    + Experience with foodservice production equipment such as baggers, washers, and slicers.

    + Proficiency in mechanical repair, hydraulics, welding, and preventive maintenance.

    + Ability to perform PLC troubleshooting and work with conveyors.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Competency in welding, PLC systems, mechanical operations, and conveyors.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a small team within a family-oriented company, where you'll be part of one of the leading stone manufacturers in the US. Enjoy great benefits, including holiday pay, a 401K plan, profit sharing, and medical, dental, and VSP plans. Benefit from up to 80 hours of vacation in your first year and work in a supportive environment with great hours.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The role is situated in a plant environment characterized by loud noise and exposure to dust. You will work in high, precarious places and near moving mechanical parts, dealing with extreme temperatures and vibration. Wearing mandatory and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Meridian, Idaho.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Meridian,ID.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 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.