Aerotek
Job Title: Dual Craft Maintenance Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Dual Craft Maintenance Technician with at least 3 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in reading schematics and blueprints, and have experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, pumps, valves, air compressors, and boilers. Training on ammonia will be provided.
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, and valves.
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.
Operate a variety of 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 strong working relationships with all plant departments.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Essential Skills
Electrical troubleshooting
Mechanical skills
Hydraulics and pneumatics
Preventive maintenance
Reading schematics and blueprints
Pump and valve repair
Conveyor maintenance
Air compressor and boiler maintenance
Welding skills
3-phase electrical systems
Pump repair
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with diaphragm pumps
Industrial maintenance experience
2 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or similar role
Preferred experience in a food manufacturing environment
Welding and/or fabrication experience preferred
High school diploma or GED
Trade certification or vocational school graduate
Strong computer skills
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/or push, pull, or move heavy machinery and/or drums
Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift
Why Work Here
Join a company that values your skills and offers 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, free life insurance, and free short-term and long-term disability insurance. With the maintenance supervisor retiring soon, there is a quick opportunity for a leadership role. Grow with us as the North plant starts chocolate production within the next six months.
Work Environment
Work in a climate-controlled food manufacturing plant with hot areas in refining and boiler rooms. Shifts available include 1st Shift (6:30am-3:00pm), Day Shift (6:30am-6:45pm on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule), Night Shift (6:30pm-6:45am on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule), and 3rd Shift (10:30pm-7:00am). You will work with a partner on your shift, with a heavy need for night shift technicians. Dress code includes wearing a hair/beard net, but being clean-shaven is not required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, Missouri.
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 Nov 14, 2025.
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.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Dual Craft Maintenance Technician with at least 3 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in reading schematics and blueprints, and have experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, pumps, valves, air compressors, and boilers. Training on ammonia will be provided.
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, and valves.
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.
Operate a variety of 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 strong working relationships with all plant departments.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Essential Skills
Electrical troubleshooting
Mechanical skills
Hydraulics and pneumatics
Preventive maintenance
Reading schematics and blueprints
Pump and valve repair
Conveyor maintenance
Air compressor and boiler maintenance
Welding skills
3-phase electrical systems
Pump repair
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with diaphragm pumps
Industrial maintenance experience
2 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or similar role
Preferred experience in a food manufacturing environment
Welding and/or fabrication experience preferred
High school diploma or GED
Trade certification or vocational school graduate
Strong computer skills
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/or push, pull, or move heavy machinery and/or drums
Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift
Why Work Here
Join a company that values your skills and offers 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, free life insurance, and free short-term and long-term disability insurance. With the maintenance supervisor retiring soon, there is a quick opportunity for a leadership role. Grow with us as the North plant starts chocolate production within the next six months.
Work Environment
Work in a climate-controlled food manufacturing plant with hot areas in refining and boiler rooms. Shifts available include 1st Shift (6:30am-3:00pm), Day Shift (6:30am-6:45pm on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule), Night Shift (6:30pm-6:45am on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule), and 3rd Shift (10:30pm-7:00am). You will work with a partner on your shift, with a heavy need for night shift technicians. Dress code includes wearing a hair/beard net, but being clean-shaven is not required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, Missouri.
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 Nov 14, 2025.
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.