Forklift Mechanic

Job Title:
Maintenance Technician
Job Description

The Facility Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial equipment and machinery within the manufacturing plant. This role ensures the operational efficiency of equipment to support production goals and maintains a safe working environment by adhering to maintenance schedules and safety protocols.

• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial equipment and machinery.
• Repair machinery to ensure operational efficiency and support production goals.
• Adhere to maintenance schedules and safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.

• Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with 3-phase electrical systems.
• Skilled in using hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers.
• Ability to operate power tools including drills, grinders, and saws.
• Competence in using diagnostic instruments like multimeters, pressure gauges, and alignment tools.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Experience with preventive maintenance practices.

• Experience with equipment maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of 480 Voltage systems.
• Skills in calibration, lubrication, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Familiarity with precision measuring instruments and technical manuals.

The position requires working in a manufacturing plant environment with noise, machines, and varying temperatures. The schedule includes training on the day shift depending on experience level, with a swing shift schedule from 3pm to 11:30pm, which can vary to start at 2pm or 2:30pm. The role involves hands‑on work, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and occasionally working from heights.

Join a dynamic team where safety and operational efficiency are prioritized. Enjoy opportunities for skill development and career advancement in a supportive work environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albuquerque, NM.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/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:

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.

• 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 Albuquerque, NM.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

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.