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Job Title: Dual Craft Maintenance Technician** **Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Dual Craft Maintenance Technician with at least three years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in reading schematics and blueprints and possess experience with a variety of mechanical systems and equipment. Training on ammonia systems 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 as needed.

+ Use an electrical meter for testing purposes.

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

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

+ Comprehend 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.

+ Use 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

+ Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting and maintenance techniques.

+ Experience with mechanical systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, pumps, valves, air compressors, and boilers.

+ Ability to read schematics and blueprints.

+ Knowledge and experience in welding and fabrication.

+ Competence in using hand and power tools.

+ Strong computer skills.

+ Ability to troubleshoot and recommend solutions.

+ Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with diaphragm pumps is preferred.

+ Industrial maintenance experience is a plus.

+ Preferred experience in a food manufacturing environment.

+ Welding and/or fabrication experience is advantageous.

+ High school diploma or GED required.

+ Trade certification or vocational school graduate preferred.

+ 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?

Join a dynamic team with ample growth opportunities. Enjoy three weeks of vacation in your first year, free life insurance equivalent to twice your annual salary, and free short-term and long-term disability insurance. Benefit from a clear path to leadership with a maintenance supervisor retiring soon and the exciting prospect of the North plant starting chocolate production within the next six months.

Work Environment

Work in a climate-controlled food manufacturing plant, with hot areas in refining and boiler rooms. Shifts include 1st, Day, Night, and 3rd, with varying schedules. Work alongside a partner on shift, with a high demand for night shift positions. Adhere to safety regulations by wearing a hair/beard net, but no requirement to be clean-shaven.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $83200.00 - $83200.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 7, 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.