Machine Shop Assistant Jobs in Mora, MN (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Machine Maintenance Mechanic/Apprentice

1st shift - $22-$28

Job Description

This role focuses on performing year-round preventive and predictive maintenance on a high volume of machines in a machine shop environment. You will work as part of a two-person team to keep equipment running reliably by cleaning, refilling fluids, performing general upkeep, and assisting with repairs on machine tools, accessory equipment, and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform predictive maintenance on machines to identify and address potential issues before they cause downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machines on a full-time, year-round schedule to ensure consistent and reliable operation.
• Work as part of a two-person team to complete scheduled maintenance tasks efficiently across a large number of machines.
• Clean machines and related equipment thoroughly as part of regular maintenance routines.
• Refill and monitor fluids and lubricants in machines according to maintenance schedules and specifications.
• Repair machine tools and accessory equipment under the guidance of established procedures.
• Assist a Machine Maintenance II technician with more complex repairs and maintenance activities as needed.
• Perform general maintenance on HVAC systems to support a comfortable and safe work environment.
• Follow safety procedures and use proper tools and equipment while working on machines, HVAC, and building systems.
• Adhere to maintenance schedules, document work performed, and communicate equipment issues or concerns to the appropriate personnel.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing preventive maintenance on machines in an industrial or machine shop setting.
• Experience performing predictive maintenance activities such as inspections and basic diagnostics on equipment.
• Hands-on experience with building maintenance tasks, including working around mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and move up to 30 pounds, and rarely lift up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to stand for 100% of the shift while performing maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, walking, and crouching throughout the shift.
• Ability to work safely at elevated heights when required.
• Ability to climb ladders to access equipment and building systems.
• Ability to continuously operate tools and equipment for a minimum of 3 hours at a time.
• Comfort working with CNC machines and other machine tools in a production environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that invests in your growth through structured on-the-job training and clear opportunities to advance into a Maintenance Technician II role. The organization values skill development, hands-on learning, and internal progression, providing a stable, full-time position with consistent hours in a well-established machine shop environment. You will gain broad experience across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and machine maintenance, building a strong foundation for a long-term career in industrial maintenance.

Work Environment

You will work in a machine shop atmosphere surrounded by CNC machines, machine tools, and related equipment. The role operates on a day shift schedule, Monday through Thursday from 5:45 a.m. to 4:20 p.m., providing consistent hours within a four-day workweek. The work is physically active and performed on your feet for the entire shift, involving frequent bending, twisting, walking, crouching, climbing ladders, and working at elevated heights. You will use standard maintenance tools and equipment and follow safety procedures appropriate for a production and maintenance environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Isanti, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/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 Isanti,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.