Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

2nd or 3rd Shift

Pay up to $37/hr

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to repair and maintain industrial equipment, including boilers, blast furnaces, cranes, gearboxes, mobile equipment, and more. The ideal candidate will be adept at handling power train systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and possess the ability to read and interpret blueprints for repairs.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically repair and troubleshoot industrial equipment such as boilers, blast furnaces, cranes, and gearboxes.
• Expertly handle power train systems, ensuring alignment with couplings and output operations.
• Repair and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems, with an emphasis on hydraulics, including replacing pumps and hoses.
• Utilize MIG and STICK welding skills for repairs, with training available for candidates lacking welding experience.
• Read and interpret blueprints for repair and maintenance tasks.
• Use hand and power tools for the rebuilding of industrial machinery and managing breakdowns.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or similar role in the steel, oil & gas, or mining industries.
• Experience with hydraulic systems and equipment maintenance such as boom cranes, overhead cranes, and forklifts.
• Capability to troubleshoot hydraulic systems both independently and as part of a team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Welding experience is required.
• Overhead crane maintenance experience.
• Heavy equipment maintenance experience is a plus.
• Leadership experience is advantageous.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy the benefits of union membership, including competitive pay and consistent work hours. Benefit from overtime pay with 1.5x for Saturdays and hours over 8 daily, and 2x for Sundays. Additionally, receive quarterly bonuses ranging from 2% to 8%. This role offers steady work and strong paychecks, making it an ideal opportunity for those seeking financial stability.

Work Environment

This position is within a heavy industrial steel forging facility, which can be dirty and hot due to steel melting processes. Candidates must be comfortable working in such an environment and have prior experience in similar conditions. Work primarily occurs indoors, but there will be exposure to outdoor elements while moving between buildings. Employees are required to wear PPE at all times, including steel-toed boots, hard hats, and safety glasses. Shifts available include 3rd shift (10:00pm-6:30am) and 2nd shift (2:00pm-10:30pm), working 50-60 hours weekly, typically across 6 days.

This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $76960.00 - $85280.00/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.

If you’re someone who wants steady work and strong paychecks, this role delivers.Union Benefits

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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.

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.