Maintenance Mechanic

Waukegan, IL

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic to join our team on the 1st shift from 6 AM to 2:30 PM, with potential for overtime. This role is essential in maintaining the functionality and efficiency of our state-of-the-art facilities.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct electrical and mechanical troubleshooting to ensure smooth operation of equipment.
  • Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on machinery, including pneumatics and hydraulics systems.
  • Utilize and interpret schematics and blueprints for accurate maintenance and repair.
  • Engage in PLC control and troubleshooting to optimize equipment performance.
  • Maintain industrial equipment and perform electrical maintenance tasks.
  • Collaborate with team members to address maintenance issues promptly.

Essential Skills

  • 5+ years experience in industrial maintenance.
  • Mechanical troubleshooting and working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with electrical troubleshooting and low voltage circuits.
  • Experience with sensors, actuators, PLCS, and robotics/automation.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that has evolved from a single shipment of mushrooms to become a leader in the specialty foods industry. With over 300 employees and expansive facilities, we offer a dynamic work environment where culinary creativity thrives. We value innovation, growth, and the passion of food enthusiasts.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Waukegan,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.

Posted 2025-07-30

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