At least 1 year
This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes.
80% STARs in role.
Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic
Job Description
This role focuses on performing routine and preventive maintenance on a wide range of industrial machines and equipment. You apply your mechanical, welding, and troubleshooting skills to keep production equipment operating safely and efficiently across multiple shifts. You work with power transmission systems, conveyors, belting, pneumatics, hydraulics, lubrication systems, and rotating equipment, using both hand and power tools as well as welding and cutting equipment.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on a wide variety of industrial machines and equipment.
- Lubricate machinery and equipment according to established lubrication practices and schedules.
- Diagnose mechanical issues by inspecting equipment, identifying faults, and determining appropriate repair methods.
- Repair and replace defective parts, components, and assemblies on production and support equipment.
- Use welding skills to fabricate, repair, or alter equipment components as needed.
- Operate power and hand tools, including wrenches, grinders, drills, and other shop tools, to complete maintenance tasks safely and efficiently.
- Use oxyacetylene torches and plasma cutters to cut, remove, or modify metal components as part of repair or fabrication work.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Welding certificate equivalent to approximately 1 year of training or equivalent welding experience.
- At least 1 year of documented industrial maintenance experience or equivalent practical experience.
- Practical knowledge of power transmission systems, including chains, gears, and related components.
Why Work Here?
You join a stable workplace that rewards your skills with structured opportunities for raises and annual bonuses. The environment values hands-on expertise, offers shift differentials for second and third shifts, and provides a clear framework for compensation growth. You benefit from consistent schedules, predictable time off, and the support of a team-oriented maintenance organization that relies on your craftsmanship and reliability.
Work Environment
This role operates in an industrial facility with multiple shift options.
- The 2nd shift runs from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday, with Monday and Tuesday off and a $0.50 per hour shift differential.
- The 3rd shift runs from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Friday through Tuesday, with Wednesday and Thursday off and a $0.55 per hour shift differential.
- The swing shift schedule includes Monday and Tuesday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., and Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with Friday and Saturday off.
*Shift Differential Included*
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Watkins Glen, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $67620.08 - $68764.80/yr.
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.
Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurances 401K Plan Paid Time Off Incentive Bonuses Advancement Opportunities
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Watkins Glen,NY.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.
Posting ID: JP-006223270