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Job Title: Crew Leader
Job Description
The Crew Leader oversees a small team of skilled millwrights and technicians while performing hands-on mechanical maintenance, welding, fabrication, and repair work on industrial equipment and conveyor systems. This role combines technical expertise with day-to-day leadership to ensure safe, efficient operation of machinery and completion of maintenance and installation tasks.
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise a crew of approximately four millwrights and technicians, providing direction, support, and guidance during daily operations.
Plan, coordinate, and oversee mechanical maintenance and repair activities on industrial equipment, including furnaces, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, motors, chain drives, and conveyor systems.
Perform welding and fabrication tasks, including MIG or stick welding, cutting, and torching, to repair or modify equipment and structures as needed.
Carry out rigging activities to safely move, install, and position heavy machinery and components.
Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to install, repair, and maintain mechanical and basic electrical systems.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment to reduce downtime, extend asset life, and improve reliability.
Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues on machinery and conveyor systems, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
Use a wide range of hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner to complete maintenance, repair, and installation tasks.
Ensure all work follows safety procedures and best practices, promoting a strong safety culture within the crew.
Collaborate with other maintenance and operations personnel to prioritize work, minimize production interruptions, and communicate equipment status.
Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used, as required by site procedures.
Train, mentor, and support crew members to enhance their technical skills and promote consistent work quality.
Essential Skills
2+ years of experience in a mechanical maintenance role such as millwright, welder/fabricator, or maintenance technician.
Proven experience leading a crew or team in a maintenance or industrial environment, including team lead, supervisory, or management responsibilities.
Strong welding skills with the ability to perform MIG or stick welding on industrial equipment and structures.
Demonstrated experience with conveyor systems, including installation, maintenance, and repair.
Hands-on experience with mechanical work, including repair and replacement of components on furnaces, hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, chains, and related systems.
Proficiency in fabrication, including measuring, cutting, and assembling metal components.
Rigging skills to safely lift, move, and position heavy equipment and materials.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings for mechanical and basic electrical systems.
Experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial equipment to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
Basic electrical knowledge related to industrial machinery maintenance.
Skilled in the safe and effective use of hand and power tools for maintenance and repair tasks.
Strong supervisory and communication skills to coordinate work, provide direction, and support a small crew.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and implement practical, timely solutions.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience in an industrial environment performing installation and repair of mechanical systems.
working with industrial furnaces, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and conveyor equipment.
Experience in industrial fabrication and installation projects.
Ability to organize and prioritize maintenance tasks in a fast-paced setting.
Ownership of basic hand tools suitable for mechanical maintenance and repair work.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
Ability to work occasional weekends and adapt to changing priorities and schedules.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Jackson, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $66560.00/yr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Jackson,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 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.