**Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician** **Location: Huntsville, AL** **12 hr shifts 7pm - 7am** **Job Description:** We are seeking a skilled **Mechanical Maintenance Technician** to join our team in the paper manufacturing industry. As a critical member of our maintenance team, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical systems and equipment to ensure smooth production processes. You will work on a variety of machinery and systems, including paper machines, conveyors, pumps, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with industrial machinery, a strong understanding of mechanical principles, and the ability to solve complex mechanical problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. **Key Responsibilities:** + **Mechanical Troubleshooting & Repairs:** + Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on paper production equipment, including paper machines, presses, dryers, conveyors, and auxiliary machinery. + Inspect and identify issues with gears, belts, rollers, pumps, motors, valves, and other mechanical components. + Perform root cause analysis on machine breakdowns to prevent reoccurrence and improve operational reliability. + **Preventive Maintenance:** + Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks on machinery, including lubrication, inspection, alignment, and adjustments to keep equipment in peak operating condition. + Document and track maintenance activities, equipment performance, and any repairs made to ensure adherence to maintenance schedules and safety standards. + **Machine Setup & Calibration:** + Assist in the installation and setup of new machinery or systems, ensuring all mechanical components are functioning properly before production starts. + Calibrate mechanical systems to ensure machines are operating within specified parameters and are meeting production requirements. + **Safety & Compliance:** + Adhere to safety protocols and procedures while performing maintenance activities to ensure a safe working environment for all team members. + Conduct routine safety inspections of mechanical systems and machinery, ensuring compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards. + **Collaboration & Troubleshooting Support:** + Work closely with electrical and control technicians to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues that may impact the functionality of electrical or automation systems. + Provide on-the-floor troubleshooting support to production teams during machine breakdowns or performance issues. + **Equipment Monitoring & Upgrades:** + Monitor the condition of equipment using diagnostic tools and predictive maintenance techniques. + Suggest and implement upgrades or improvements to mechanical systems to enhance performance and extend equipment life. + **Documentation & Reporting:** + Maintain accurate maintenance records, including inspection reports, maintenance logs, and equipment performance documentation. + Assist with the preparation of reports on the status of machinery, maintenance activities, and any required spare parts. **Qualifications:** + **Experience:** + Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial setting, preferably in the paper industry or similar heavy manufacturing environments. + Strong experience in troubleshooting and maintaining complex mechanical systems, including rotating equipment, pumps, conveyors, and press systems. + **Technical Skills:** + Proficient in mechanical repair techniques, including welding, machining, and fabrication. + Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps, bearings, gearboxes, and compressors. + Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints. + Familiarity with paper production machinery, including paper machines, calenders, dryers, and conveyors, is highly preferred. + **Certifications (preferred, not required):** + Mechanical Maintenance Certification (e.g., SMRP, CMRP) + Welding, PLC, or other technical certifications are a plus. + **Education:** + High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical degree or trade certification in mechanical maintenance or a related field is preferred. + **Physical Requirements:** + Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and working in confined spaces or at heights. + Ability to work in hot, noisy, and dusty industrial environments. + **Soft Skills:** + Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to think critically in high-pressure situations. + Good communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members, engineers, and production staff. + Strong attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.00 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 Huntsville,AL. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Jan 22, 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.