Plant Maintenance Technician

Location: Southaven, MS

Pay: $44.00 - $60.00/hour (based on experience)

Job Type: 3-Month Contract-to-Hire

Schedule: Multiple 12-hour shifts available

Available Shifts

• A Shift: Sunday-Wednesday, 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• B Shift: Sunday-Wednesday, 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM
• C Shift: Wednesday-Saturday, 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• D Shift: Wednesday-Saturday, 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Plant Maintenance Technicians to support operations at a power generation facility in Southaven, MS. This role is responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing critical power generation equipment that supports mission-critical data center operations. Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, inspect, and maintain power generation equipment and plant systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on turbines, pumps, compressors, motors, valves, and other rotating equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures and identify root causes of equipment issues.
• Support turbine startups, shutdowns, and daily operations.
• Conduct inspections and document equipment conditions and maintenance activities.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
• Follow all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and safety protocols.
• Assist with equipment overhauls, maintenance outages, and plant upgrades.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve reliability and performance.
• Respond to emergency situations and support facility recovery efforts when needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience maintaining or operating industrial mechanical equipment.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Pumps
  • Turbines
  • Compressors
  • Motors
  • Valves
  • Rotating equipment
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems and performing maintenance repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with industrial safety practices and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Experience using standard maintenance tools and equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Power plant operations or maintenance experience.
• Experience with gas turbines or turbine-generator systems.
• Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical, Power Generation, or Process Technology certification.
• Experience with vibration analysis and predictive maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, cooling water, and fluid handling systems.
• Experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Military experience maintaining power generation or industrial equipment.
• Experience working in critical infrastructure, utility, or data center environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work in industrial environments for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces, elevated areas, and changing environmental conditions.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including hearing protection, respirators, and fall protection equipment.
• Ability to work safely around heavy industrial machinery.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay up to $60/hour.
• Free onsite meals, food truck options, and meal vouchers.
• Potential relocation assistance available.
• Opportunity to convert to a long-term permanent position.
• Strong safety-focused culture with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southaven, MS.

The pay range for this position is $44.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Contract to Hire position based out of Southaven, MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Southaven,MS.

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.