Temporary Conveyor Mechanic Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Conveyor Mechanic Carlstadt, NJ

Multiple Shift Options Available Contract-to-Hire

This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing conveyor systems and automated material handling equipment in a fast-paced industrial

environment. Candidates with industrial maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, PLC, automation, and conveyor experience are encouraged to

apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on conveyor systems and automated equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair belts, rollers, chains, drives, motors, and related components
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical issues to minimize downtime
• Troubleshoot 3-phase electrical systems, relays, motors, conduit, and wiring
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and ladder logic diagrams
• Support PLC troubleshooting and conveyor automation systems
• Perform inspections and document maintenance activities
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and all safety procedures

Qualifications

• Experience as a Conveyor Mechanic, Maintenance Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, Industrial Electrician, or Electro-Mechanical Technician
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience working with conveyor systems and industrial equipment
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints
• Experience with 3-phase power and industrial electrical maintenance
• Experience with bearings, belts, chains, rollers, drives, and motors
• Ability to work in a physically demanding industrial environment

Preferred Qualifications

• PLC troubleshooting experience
• Allen Bradley experience
• Ladder Logic knowledge
• Pneumatics experience
• Automation or material handling equipment experience
• Distribution center or manufacturing maintenance experience

Available Shifts

• Monday – Friday | 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
• Sunday – Wednesday | 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM
• Wednesday – Saturday | 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM

Work Environment

This position is based in an industrial facility with both indoor and outdoor working conditions. You will work around mechanical parts, electrical systems, conveyors, oils, fumes, dust, high heat, and elevated work areas. The role requires frequent standing, climbing, kneeling, and lifting at medium to heavy work levels. Shifts are fixed and include: Monday–Friday, 5:00 pm–2:00 am; Sunday–Wednesday, 3:30 pm–2:00 am; and Wednesday–Saturday, 3:30 pm–2:00 am. The environment is fast-paced, safety-focused, and centered on maintaining and improving automated material-handling systems

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phillipsburg, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Phillipsburg,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.

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.