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Aerotek Master Mechanic in East Saint Louis, Illinois
? MASTER MECHANIC — JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOUR SKILLS TRULY MATTER!
Are you a mechanically gifted problem-solver who thrives in industrial environments? Do you take pride in diagnosing, repairing, and rebuilding complex mechanical systems with precision?
We’re looking for a highly skilled Master Mechanic to join our team — someone who knows machinery inside and out and enjoys keeping equipment running safely, efficiently, and at peak performance.
If that sounds like you… keep reading.
?️ What You’ll Do
As a Master Mechanic, you’ll be the go‑to expert for mechanical repairs, rebuilds, and troubleshooting across a wide range of industrial equipment. Your responsibilities include:
Rebuilding equipment to OEM specifications and tolerances
Performing repairs, alignments, and replacements on:
Pumps
Compressors
Blowers
Bearings
Valves
Heat exchangers
Piping systems
Hydraulic & pneumatic systems
Boilers & steam systems
Refrigeration systems
Screw conveyors
Cranes & rigging equipment
Pressure vessels & storage tanks
Troubleshooting complex mechanical issues
Conducting preventive maintenance and changeovers
Maintaining strong working knowledge of plant machinery and tools
? What You Bring
To succeed in this role, you’ll need:
Strong mechanical troubleshooting abilities
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems
Ability to read blueprints and interpret technical documentation
Skill in performing machine repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance
? Additional Skills & Qualifications
5+ years of mechanical maintenance or industrial construction experience
Journeyman papers or equivalent experience
Ability to work overtime, emergency callouts, and flexible hours
Comfortable working:
Outdoors in all weather
In confined spaces
At elevated heights
Around industrial chemical processes
Physical ability to climb, grip, twist, and perform hands-on repair work
⏰ Schedule
7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Monday through Friday
(First shift — enjoy your evenings!)
? Why You'll Love Working Here
Union membership benefits
Excellent hourly pay
Consistent first-shift schedule
Work with a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and expertise
? Work Environment
This role takes place in a rugged, industrial setting. You’ll work inside a busy facility with chemical mixing and blending processes and may occasionally work outdoors in all 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 27, 2026.
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.