Automation Technician

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Type: Permanent, Direct Placement

Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas

Job Description: We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic/Controls Specialist to join our team in a fast-paced, food production facility. We are looking for candidates with experience working on conveyors and Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance.

Responsibilities:

Perform and train others on basic electrical and mechanical skills.

Conduct mechanical repairs and overhauls.

Implement and maintain maintenance systems.

Utilize computer skills for maintenance tasks.

Stay updated with new technologies in preventive/predictive maintenance.

Solve problems and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

Essential Skills:

Minimum of two years of industrial electronics training and two years of industrial controls experience, or four years of industrial controls experience.

Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, programming, and troubleshooting tasks.

Experience working with conveyors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Ability to train oneself and others where skills are not at the required level.

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Pay and Benefits:

Quarterly Bonuses: Enjoy quarterly production bonuses of up to 4% of your quarterly salary.

Comprehensive Benefits: We offer BCBS coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Why Work Here?

Growth Opportunities: Potential for skill development and career advancement.

Supportive Environment: Work in a team-oriented environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Competitive Compensation: Attractive pay and benefits package.

Work Environment:

Onsite Work: This is a fully onsite position in Fort Smith, AR.

Safety Focus: Strong emphasis on safety in all operations.

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, with all shifts working alternating Sundays. The shifts are as follows:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday OR Thursday, Friday, Saturday - Nights 5:30 PM to 6:00 AM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $31.00/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 Alma,AR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 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.Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.