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Job Title: Pump Mechanic

Job Description

This position is for a Pump Mechanic who will be responsible for working with all types of industrial rotating equipment, primarily pumps. The role involves receiving, disassembling, diagnosing necessary repairs, performing inspections, and reassembling the equipment to ensure quality and functionality. The equipment varies in size, from handheld to large pumps, with some weighing around 1,000 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Receive, disassemble, inspect, document, diagnose, repair, and reassemble large industrial rotating equipment used in various industrial environments.
• Utilize hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, air guns, micrometers, and veneer calipers.
• Apply manual machining skills using manual lathes and mills.
• Perform welding as needed for certain repairs.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Technician, preferably in pump repair.
• Proficiency with hand tools including wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, air guns, micrometers, and veneer calipers.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and interpret English for understanding instructions and recording inspection reports.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ownership of personal tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with manual machining and welding is a plus.
• High School Diploma or Technical School preferred but not required.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values its employees with comprehensive health insurance through BlueCross BlueShield, provision of safety equipment, and opportunities for training and development. Benefit from a 401K plan with a 25% discretionary match, enjoy 10 paid holidays, and accrue two weeks of vacation after four months of employment. There are growth opportunities into foreman roles, estimating, and other advanced roles within the company.

Work Environment

The work environment is a medium-sized facility with 15 employees. It includes a receiving area, workshop area for assembly and disassembly, and a full machine shop.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of BLUE ISLAND, IL.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 BLUE ISLAND,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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.