Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic in Valdosta, GA

Job Description

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing production machinery, auxiliary equipment, and packaging automation. You will handle building maintenance, power supply wiring, and conduit installations for machines and plant systems. Troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical issues will also be part of your role.

Shift: 2-2-3 Overnight 6:45pm to 7am

Pay: 28-38/hr dependent on experience

Responsibilities

• Install power supply wiring and conduit for new machines and plant systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical problems.
• Perform repairs and test equipment for operational efficiency.
• Order necessary parts and equipment for projects.
• Operate cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Install, program, or repair electrical apparatus and components.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Maintain and repair the physical structure of the establishment.
• Enter and follow up on work orders in the PEM system.
• Perform maintenance on Husky Machines.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with preventative maintenance and industrial maintenance.
• Strong understanding of schematics, hand tools, PLC troubleshooting, and automation.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical/hydraulic diagrams.
• Experience with high voltage electrical systems.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and maintenance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment maintaining automated equipment preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate instructions and information.
• Strong mathematical skills with the ability to perform basic arithmetic.
• Physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and work at heights.
• Hearing sufficient to recognize and respond to alarms and warnings.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that prioritizes people first, with a great culture and employee satisfaction scores that have more than doubled in the past two years. Enjoy uniforms and a cleaning service provided weekly, along with frequent company lunches, ice cream, and coffee breaks. Benefit from profit sharing twice a year, rewarding your hard work and dedication.

Work Environment

The position is based in a manufacturing plant and requires night shifts from 6:45 pm to 7:00 am. The role involves standing, bending, stooping, and twisting, with the necessity to work overhead and in various positions frequently. Safety equipment is provided, and a strong emphasis is placed on maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

This is a Permanent position based out of Valdosta, GA.

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $79040.00/yr.

Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, bonus

This is a fully onsite position in Valdosta,GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 7, 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.