Maintenance Technician Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Supervisor (3rd Shift)

Job Description

This working Maintenance Technician Supervisor role leads the local maintenance team on 3rd shift in a heavy industrial steel manufacturing environment. You will coordinate and participate in daily maintenance activities on the shop floor, oversee preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensure safe, reliable operation of a mix of new and legacy production equipment. The position combines hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities, including scheduling, coaching, and performance management for the maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily activities of the maintenance teams to ensure all production equipment remains operational and downtime is minimized.
• Work as a hands-on supervisor on the shop floor, performing maintenance tasks alongside the team when needed.
• Manage employees’ attendance and hours worked, including overseeing a 50-hour work week structure starting in the second week.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide regular feedback to support growth and accountability.
• Utilize and enforce progressive discipline policies as needed to maintain team standards and performance.
• Delegate maintenance assignments to appropriate teams and personnel based on skill, urgency, and production priorities.
• Train, mentor, and coach new and current employees on maintenance procedures, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Inspect materials, tools, and equipment to detect malfunctions and identify necessary repairs or replacements.
• Lead all employees in company safety initiatives, actively foster a safe work environment, and consistently enforce and support safety policies and rules.
• Ensure proper understanding and use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), including how to select appropriate PPE and why it is required.
• Oversee and manage preventive maintenance programs in a production/manufacturing environment to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on industrial equipment and conveyor systems.
• Interpret and work from electrical drawings, blueprints, and schematics to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues, recommending corrective actions, and implementing long-term solutions.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to prioritize maintenance work orders and balance reactive repairs with preventive maintenance tasks.

Essential Skills

• Three or more years of previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous hands-on experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Ability to maintain maintenance operations through supervising, planning, scheduling, and monitoring labor productivity.
• Experience working in heavy industrial, steel, or similar dirty-type environments.
• Experience with hydraulic systems and PLCs.
• Electrical experience, including 3-phase and 480V systems.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills with PLC knowledge (ladder logic not required).
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment, including conveyors, motors, and related systems.
• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Comfort using computers and software such as Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to guide and develop a maintenance team.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members and other departments.
• Ability to problem-solve and resolve issues quickly in a fast-paced production setting.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and electrical diagrams.
• At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics in an industrial setting.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness and ability to work 3rd shift; ability to work any shift is preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with PLC troubleshooting beyond basic knowledge is a plus.
• service, installation, and repair of industrial equipment and conveyors.
• Experience with welding in an industrial maintenance context.
• Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and repairing motors and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with working from schematics and blueprints in a maintenance environment.
• Experience in environments with a mix of new and older industrial equipment.
• Flexibility to support overtime as part of a 50-hour work week.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, full-service steel manufacturing operation that offers steady hours, overtime opportunities, and clear room for advancement into supervisory leadership. The organization values hands-on expertise and provides a chance to lead a key maintenance function that directly impacts production success. Employees benefit from company-provided medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a supportive culture that recognizes hard work and team contributions. The environment encourages practical problem-solving, collaboration, and long-term career growth in industrial maintenance.

Work Environment

This role is based in a heavy steel manufacturing facility operating on 3rd shift from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with a 50-hour work week starting in the second week, including regular overtime. The plant environment is industrial, dirty, and not well lit, with a mix of new and older equipment used for steel fabrication and related processes. You will work around conveyors, motors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and 3-phase 480V electrical equipment. The facility employs more than 50 full-time workers, with roughly 100–120 people in production including full-time and temporary staff. Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, and adherence to safety policies is a core expectation in this environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Youngstown, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Youngstown,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2026.

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.

\nCompany 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.