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Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

East Chicago IN

$63,107.20- $69,118.40



Job Description

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance on various equipment including conveyors, pumps, mixers, and cranes. You will engage in welding and fabrication tasks, read and interpret blueprints, and utilize cutting torch and plasma cutter. A strong understanding of mechanical and technical fundamentals is essential.

Responsibilities

+ Troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on conveyors, centrifugal pumps, diaphragm pumps, mixers, overhead cranes, and lighting systems.

+ Conduct welding and fabrication tasks.

+ Read and interpret blueprints accurately.

+ Utilize cutting torch and plasma cutter effectively.

+ Understand mechanical fundamentals such as mechanics, lubrication, and maintenance documents.

+ Perform mechanical power transmission tasks including basic mechanics and bearings.

+ Troubleshoot hydraulic systems and apply basic hydraulic principles.

+ Apply pneumatic principles in pneumatic systems including compressors, air treatment, and control valves.

Essential Skills

+ Electrical troubleshooting and repair.

+ Experience in wiring and electronics.

+ Proficiency in preventive maintenance.

+ Mechanical troubleshooting skills, particularly with gearboxes, hydraulics, and pumps.

+ Expertise in welding and fabrication.

+ Millwright skills including mechanical, hydraulics, welding, and blueprint reading.

+ Experience with motor/pump alignment and installation of welded, threaded, and PVC piping.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Industrial fabrication experience.

+ Experience using basic shop equipment such as drill press, stationary band saw, and pedestal grinder.

+ Basic knowledge of rotary valves and dust collector systems.

+ Understanding of basic rigging principles and equipment.

+ At least 5 years of experience as a mechanic in an industrial manufacturing setting.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that offers opportunities for advancement and is strategically located near corporate headquarters in Chicago. Be part of a dynamic team where you can contribute to innovative manufacturing practices.

Work Environment

The facility is located in East Chicago, IN, and serves as the Center for Manufacturing. You will work in a casual dress code environment where jeans and a hard hat are required when on the floor. Uniforms will be provided. The team consists of 14 maintenance employees, 4 electricians, and 10 millwrights. The facility hosts 140 employees. Enjoy onsite kitchen facilities with limited local food options. The position follows a shift rotation, primarily on the day shift with some weeks on second and third shifts. Parking is available in a large gated complex

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of East Chicago, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $63107.20 - $69118.40/yr.

Employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, Company pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in East Chicago,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 9, 2026.

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.