Industrial Mechanic

As an Industrial Mechanic, you will be responsible for maintaining all types of production equipment used in an industrial baking plant. You will work with conveyor belt systems, heaters, ovens, mixers, rolling systems, and basic heating and cooling systems. Your role will also involve fabricating replacement parts for machinery using basic bench top tools and welding equipment. You will follow a daily checklist for preventative tasks and handle any emergency maintenance as needed. Accurate documentation is crucial as you will work in a Food Production Facility. Additionally, you will assist operators during changeovers and troubleshoot issues before adding dough during production runs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production equipment in an industrial baking plant.
• Work with conveyor belts, heaters, ovens, mixers, and rolling systems.
• Fabricate replacement parts using basic tools and welding equipment.
• Complete preventative tasks and handle emergency maintenance.
• Document all maintenance activities meticulously.
• Use appropriate materials and supplies on machinery.
• Assist operators during changeovers and troubleshoot issues during production runs.

• General mechanical knowledge of gears, conveyors, bearings, and bushings.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools.
• Strong electrical knowledge, including understanding of wiring, troubleshooting shorts/surges, and installation of VFDs.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, edit, or program PLC input/output systems.
• Basic metal fabrication skills such as drilling, finishing, and welding.

• Experience with automated or production equipment, though automotive experience is also applicable.
• High attention to detail, especially in completing logs and using food-grade materials.

Enjoy the best benefits in town with 100% medical coverage, making this an attractive opportunity for a skilled Industrial Mechanic.

Work Environment

Work in a production environment that can get warm in the summer. The team consists of 11 maintenance techs, an assistant manager, and a manager. Hair nets and beard guards are required due to the food production setting. Uniforms with names are provided, and steel-toed, safety sole boots are necessary. The facility operates 24/7 with four different shifts, including night shifts, and offers extensive training.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fargo, ND.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Fargo,ND.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.

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.