Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description

This role focuses on performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems in a clean, climate-controlled environment. You will diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated production equipment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems in accordance with established maintenance plans and manufacturer recommendations.

• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated production equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.

• Troubleshoot equipment failures, identify issues quickly, and respond promptly to emergency breakdowns to minimize production downtime.

• Conduct root cause analysis of recurring equipment problems and implement effective corrective actions to prevent future failures.

• Monitor equipment performance and participate in predictive maintenance activities to identify potential failures before they occur.

• Execute scheduled maintenance activities, ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with production needs.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, equipment histories, and documentation of repairs and modifications.

• Collaborate with production, engineering, and other maintenance team members to support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime and increasing equipment reliability.

• Use available tools, spare parts, and community resources to complete high-quality repairs, avoiding temporary or short-term fixes.

• Follow safety procedures, plant policies, and best practices while working on equipment and systems to maintain a safe work environment.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience performing preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.

• Strong mechanical repair skills with the ability to service and rebuild mechanical components.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated production equipment.

• Ability to diagnose equipment failures quickly and implement effective repairs under time-sensitive conditions.

• Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.

• Capability to monitor equipment performance and participate in predictive maintenance activities.

• Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment histories.

• Strong troubleshooting mindset with attention to detail and a focus on equipment reliability.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills to work collaboratively with maintenance and production teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Familiarity with automated and robotics-based production equipment (with opportunities for further robotics training).

• Comfort working in a clean room or climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

• Interest in continuous learning and upskilling through formal maintenance and technical training programs.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a highly supportive and employee-focused environment with exceptional benefits and long-term value. You will have access to some of the best benefits in the area, including low-cost premiums and low deductibles, along with an on-site clinic that provides discounted and free medications, as well as convenient appointment scheduling for you and your family. The organization supports long-term tenure with programs that reward years of service and continued access to benefits as your service years accumulate. You will enjoy a generous paid time off package from your first year, including vacation, holidays, and personal days, supporting a healthy work-life balance. In addition, the company invests heavily in your professional growth through maintenance training, upskilling opportunities, and on-site robotics training designed to advance your technical skills and career.

Work Environment

You will work in an elite, climate-controlled clean room environment within a very clean manufacturing facility where floors are free of oil and clutter. The organization provides all necessary tools on site, along with a large inventory of community tools and extra parts, enabling you to perform thorough, high-quality repairs without resorting to temporary fixes. The culture emphasizes doing the job correctly the first time and maintaining high standards of reliability and cleanliness. Typical work schedules include evening and overnight shifts, such as 5:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., supporting continuous operations in a stable production environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marion, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $35.00/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 Marion,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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.