Maintenance Technician 2nd

Aerotek

Horn Lake, MS, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Real Estate

Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician – (Multicraft)

Job Description

This Multicraft Maintenance Technician role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment in a manufacturing environment. You will perform both mechanical and electrical diagnostics, carry out preventive maintenance tasks, and help ensure that equipment runs safely and efficiently across the facility.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair production equipment to maintain safe and reliable operation.
Diagnose basic mechanical issues, including problems with gears, bearings, pumps, and related components.
Perform more in-depth mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, depending on skill level.
Conduct preventive maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
Change out filters and fluids on equipment as part of routine maintenance procedures.
Identify and correctly use hand tools, power tools, and other maintenance equipment required for repairs.
Support PLC-controlled equipment by assisting with PLC-related troubleshooting as needed.
Document maintenance activities and communicate equipment status to appropriate team members.
Follow all safety procedures while working on mechanical and electrical systems.
Lift, move, and position parts and equipment weighing 50 pounds or more as required by maintenance tasks.

Essential Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues in a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience with mechanical repair, including working on gears, bearings, and pumps.
Ability to perform preventive maintenance tasks on production equipment.
Fundamental electrical troubleshooting skills for equipment repair and maintenance.
Ability to assist with PLC troubleshooting and work around PLC-controlled systems.
Capability to change filters and fluids on equipment safely and correctly.
Skill in identifying and properly using tools required for mechanical and electrical work.
Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform maintenance tasks that may require standing, bending, and moving equipment.
Schooling in maintenance plus at least 6+ months of maintenance experience, or 2–3+ years of maintenance experience without formal schooling.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in a manufacturing environment; food manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.
Familiarity with both mechanical and electrical maintenance practices.
Comfort working around PLC-controlled equipment and understanding basic PLC functions.
Attention to detail in following maintenance procedures and safety guidelines.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with production and maintenance teams.
Willingness to work 2nd shift and adapt to a multi-shift operation.

Why Work Here?

You will join a production environment that values reliable equipment, safety, and consistent operations. The facility offers structured shifts, clear maintenance processes, and opportunities to apply and grow both mechanical and electrical skills. Working here allows you to build hands-on experience with a variety of manufacturing equipment while contributing to a team that focuses on quality products and safe working practices.

Work Environment

The environment involves working around production equipment and PLC-controlled systems. The facility operates on multiple shifts, with typical hours of 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. for 1st shift, 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m. for 2nd shift, and 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. for 3rd shift. Due to the nature of the products, employees must follow specific clothing and washing guidelines to prevent cross-contamination and maintain product integrity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of HORN LAKE, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 HORN LAKE,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.