Job Information
Aerotek Maintenance Technician in Westwego, Louisiana
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description
Join a dynamic team as a Maintenance Technician where you will play a crucial role in installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. Your expertise will contribute to the smooth operation of washers, dryers, conveyors, lifts, overhead rail systems, ironers, feeders, folders, and various pumps and motors.
Responsibilities
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, including washers, dryers, conveyors, lifts, overhead rail systems, ironers, feeders, folders, reciprocating compressors, centrifugal pumps, diaphragm and positive displacement pumps, chemical injection pumps, and their associated motors.
Visually inspect and test machinery and process equipment.
Maintain and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam systems.
Perform alignments, and repair and maintain gearboxes and bearings.
Repair or replace defective parts; check and adjust sensors, measuring devices, etc.
Clean, lubricate, and replace shafts, bearings, gears, and mechanical seals.
Perform basic motor and instrumentation troubleshooting and repairs.
Use diagnostic techniques to troubleshoot equipment to detect malfunctions or pending failure.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in electrical maintenance and troubleshooting.
Experience in mechanical repair and preventive maintenance.
Ability to work with PLC controls and perform PLC troubleshooting.
Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Competency in service and schematic reading.
Skills in welding and motor maintenance.
Experience with conveyors and three-phase electrical systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Over 5 years of experience in maintenance roles.
Experience with plumbing, mechanical systems, and automation conveyors is a plus.
No certifications required, but extensive experience is preferred.
Work Environment
You will be part of a family-owned business that values a laid-back atmosphere. Work is conducted indoors, though the environment can be warm due to the nature of the equipment.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy being part of a 4th generation family-owned company where the work culture promotes a relaxed and supportive environment. Here, you will find a focus on teamwork and opportunities to grow within a newly built facility equipped with advanced technology.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westwego, Louisiana.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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 Westwego,LA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 20, 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.