Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep of the facility and all related equipment, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role involves performing preventive and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment, troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a growing fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform break-fix and preventive maintenance on facility and production equipment to sustain and improve operations.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures and perform timely repairs on facility and production equipment.
• Inspect buildings, equipment, and systems regularly to identify maintenance needs and potential issues.
• Install new equipment and move existing equipment as required to support production needs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs using blueprints, technical manuals, and vendor specifications.
• Maintain an organized Maintenance Repair Area and keep all work areas clean and orderly while repairs are in progress.
• Identify and request needed parts, supplies, and repair items to complete maintenance tasks efficiently.
• React to machine breakdowns with a strong sense of urgency to minimize production interruptions.
• Support and provide backup for other members of the maintenance department as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance equipment reliability, safety, and productivity.
• Set up and operate simple machining operations, including lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools, to make and repair parts.
• Perform basic welding tasks as needed for equipment and facility repairs.
• Maintain inventory related to maintenance activities and ensure proper documentation of work performed.
• Schedule and coordinate repairs to reduce impact on production and facility operations.
• Complete technical self-study programs and ongoing learning activities for career development.
• Follow all safety-related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions, and guidelines at all times.
• Maintain situational awareness and actively identify and report unsafe behaviors and conditions.
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support facility and production operations.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician in an industrial, manufacturing, or facilities environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and repair mechanical failures on production and facility equipment.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to work safely around electrical systems and components.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and break-fix repairs on a variety of equipment.
• Ability to read and work from blueprints, technical manuals, and vendor specifications.
• Proficiency in facilities maintenance, including basic plumbing, carpentry, and general building upkeep.
• Ability to set up and operate basic machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other metalworking equipment.
• Capability to perform basic welding tasks for maintenance and repair work.
• Strong sense of urgency when responding to machine breakdowns and production issues.
• Ability to maintain an organized work area and manage multiple maintenance tasks effectively.
• Commitment to following safety policies, procedures, and guidelines consistently.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with leadership, production teams, and other maintenance staff.
• Ability to work the assigned schedule and flex hours as needed based on business demands.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a fabrication, welding, or metalworking environment is beneficial.
• Familiarity with press brakes, welding equipment, paint processes, and assembly operations is a plus.
• Comfort using basic hand tools, power tools, and metalworking equipment for repair and fabrication tasks.
• Willingness to participate in continuous improvement initiatives and suggest ideas to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Motivation to pursue technical self-study and ongoing skill development for career growth.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced production setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing operation that is actively expanding its customer base and creating opportunities for advancement, including the potential to grow into supervisory roles. The organization invests in its people, emphasizes taking care of employees, and supports ongoing career development through technical self-study and on-the-job learning. You will work in a culture that values teamwork, continuous improvement, and safety, where contributions are recognized and employees have the chance to grow alongside the business.

Work Environment

This role is based in a mid-size fabrication shop of approximately 45+ team members, operating across two buildings. The facility includes paint, press brake, welding, and assembly processes, with production welding and dedicated welding bays. The shop primarily works with mild steel ranging from 20-gauge to 1-inch thickness. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with flexibility required to come in early, stay late, or work occasional Saturdays based on business needs. The workday includes paid breaks and one 20-minute paid lunch. The environment is fast-paced and production-focused, with an attendance policy that expects reliable presence and proper notice for absences or lateness. Welding jackets and gloves are provided for welders, while employees are expected to supply their own welding hood and steel-toe footwear. Safety is a core priority, and all team members follow established safety rules, regulations, and guidelines while working with machinery, metalworking tools, and welding equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dunlap, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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:
• 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 Dunlap,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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.

Company Description 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.

Company Description

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.