Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic Job Description This role involves performing preventative and mechanical maintenance on rail cars and equipment used to transport packaged cement products. The position requires expertise in MIG welding and the use of various tools, including a grease gun. Additionally, the maintenance mechanic will carry out repairs on equipment located several flights of stairs above the ground, requiring physical comfort with climbing stairs. Responsibilities + Conduct preventative and predictive plant maintenance projects. + Perform millwright tasks such as bearing replacement, equipment alignment, and power transmission inspection and repair. + Execute welding and cutting tasks, including the fabrication of plant equipment and repair of worn process equipment. + Inspect and maintain lubrication for mechanical equipment, and record data for running equipment. + Drain oil and change oil and filters on all equipment oil reservoirs. + Carry out pipefitter tasks to maintain and inspect piping systems. + Operate mobile equipment to assist with maintenance duties. + Perform plumbing inspections and repairs on plant equipment and facilities. + Adhere to all safety rules and regulations, wearing appropriate safety equipment on plant grounds. + Meet or exceed company safety standards. + Complete other responsibilities as assigned by management. Essential Skills + Proficiency in MIG welding. + Mechanical aptitude and experience in preventative maintenance. + Ability to troubleshoot 480 V systems and rail car batteries. + Strong attention to detail and pride in work quality. Additional Skills & Qualifications + General labor experience. + Heavy lifting capability. + Equipment operating experience is preferred but not required. Why Work Here? Founded over a century ago, the company provides a stable and rewarding work environment. Employees benefit from competitive wages, opportunities for career growth, and excellent benefits including health, dental, and vision plans, as well as retirement options. The company is committed to safety, ensuring that every accident is preventable, and offers educational opportunities for certification. Work Environment The work environment is a cement supplier facility, which is very hot and outdated, with continuous exposure to extreme temperatures, noise, and outdoor conditions. Protective equipment is mandatory. The team is small, typically 2-3 people, and collaboration is key to meeting production goals. The dress code includes long pants, a t-shirt, and steel-toed boots. The first shift runs from Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, with occasional Saturdays and potential overtime during peak periods. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.

Created: 2026-03-25