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Key Responsibilities:

+ Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues on industrial equipment.

+ Perform basic PLC diagnostics and troubleshooting.

+ Install, inspect, and maintain equipment such as pumps, gearboxes, compressors, and packaging machinery.

+ Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.

+ Use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, feeler gauges) to ensure tight tolerances.

+ Operate machine shop tools (lathe, drill press, shaper) to fabricate or repair parts.

+ Perform rigging operations and calculate working loads for ropes, chains, and cables.

+ Wire and troubleshoot 3-phase motors and work safely with up to 480 volts.

+ Conduct field measurements, prepare sketches, parts lists, and purchase requisitions.

+ Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and inspections.

+ Analyze wear and timing issues, reassemble and calibrate machines for optimal performance.

+ Recognize mechanical defects through touch, sight, and sound.

+ Perform refrigeration system maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.

+ Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist in training junior technicians.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

+ High school diploma or GED; technical certification preferred.

+ 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.

+ Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

+ Familiarity with PLC systems and basic programming.

+ Ability to read meters and electrical schematics.

+ Experience with gearboxes, pumps, and high-voltage systems.

+ Knowledge of refrigeration systems is a plus.

+ Excellent communication and documentation skills.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $32.00/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 Birmingham,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 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.