Maintenance Technician

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. This role requires the ability to read schematics and blueprints, and involves working with hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, pumps, valves, air compressors, and boilers. Candidates will receive training on ammonia systems.

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.
• Use an electrical meter for testing purposes.
• Maintain a schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.
• Understand 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 various 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

• Electrical troubleshooting and maintenance technician skills.
• Mechanical skills including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Repair and preventive maintenance expertise.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Pump and valve repair experience.
• Conveyor maintenance knowledge.
• Air compressors and boiler maintenance skills.
• Welding proficiency.
• Experience with three-phase systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with diaphragm pumps.
• Industrial maintenance experience.
• Two years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or similar role, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Welding and/or fabrication experience preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Trade certification or vocational school graduate preferred.
• Strong computer skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Physical dexterity and ability to perform physical tasks.
• Troubleshooting skills to identify and recommend solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to safely lift 50 lbs and push, pull, or move heavy machinery and/or drums.
• Willingness to work up to a 12-hour shift.

Why Work Here?

Employees receive three weeks of vacation in their first year, which is above industry standard. Enjoy free life insurance equal to twice your annual salary, as well as free short-term and long-term disability insurance. There is a quick opportunity for a leadership role, as the Maintenance Supervisor will be retiring in 1.5-2 years. Experience substantial growth opportunities with the North plant starting chocolate production within the next six months.

Work Environment

This position is based in a climate-controlled food manufacturing plant with hot areas in refining rooms and boiler rooms in the North plant. Night Shift from 6:30pm-6:45am (rotating 12s - 2-2-3 schedule), Technicians will work with a partner on their shift, with a heavy need for the night shift. While this job is performed in a food manufacturing plant, candidates will not be required to be clean-shaven but will need to wear a hair/beard net.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $42.00/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 Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 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.

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.