Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Aerotek
Location
Venice, IL, 62090
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
5 April 2026
Master Mechanic
Hours: 7am- 3:30 Monday- Friday
Pay: $43/hr with opportunity for overtime after 40 hours worked each week.
Job Description
As a Master Mechanic, you will safely perform general mechanical work, including construction, repairs, modifications, inspections, and troubleshooting. You will be responsible for mechanical job assignments such as rebuilds to OEM specifications, repairs, precision alignment, and replacement of various equipment.
Responsibilities
- Perform general mechanical work safely, including construction, repairs, modifications, inspections, and troubleshooting.
- Rebuild equipment to OEM specifications and tolerances.
- Repair and replace pumps, blowers, compressors, bearings, piping, valves, cranes & rigging, heat exchangers, refrigeration systems, hydraulic systems, boilers, steam systems, screw conveyors, pressure vessels, and storage tanks.
- Troubleshoot and solve problems with mechanical equipment.
- Possess knowledge of plant machines, pumps, piping, and tools, including their uses, repair, replacement, and maintenance.
Essential Skills
- Strong aptitude for troubleshooting and solving mechanical equipment problems.
- Experience in rebuilds to OEM specifications and tolerances.
- Proficiency in repair, precision alignment, and replacement of various mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and blueprint reading.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance and/or construction of mechanical equipment.
- Journeyman papers or equivalent education and experience in mechanical fields.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in manufacturing maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting.
- Skills in change over, preventive maintenance, and inspection equipment.
- Ability to work normal daylight shift Monday through Friday, with availability for overtime, callouts, emergency work, and other shifts as needed.
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
- Physical abilities include eye-hand coordination, use of hands for gripping and twisting, mobility in climbing steps and ladders, working at elevated heights, working in confined spaces, squatting, lying down, standing, and walking, and strength in lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy union benefits and an attractive hourly pay rate while working the first shift. Join a team that values skilled craftsmanship and offers opportunities for professional growth.
Work Environment
You will work in a highly industrial, non-climate-controlled environment, often around chemical mixing and blending equipment. At times, you will be required to work outside in various weather conditions.
Job Type & Location
This is a permanent position based out of East Saint Louis, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $87152.00 - $89772.00/yr. 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 East Saint Louis, IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.
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