Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: Omaha, Nebraska

Pay: $25 -$32/hr + shift differentials

Shift:

• 1st shift (Monday–Thursday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)
• 2nd shift (Monday–Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.) with a shift differential of .50c
• A weekend shift (Friday–Sunday, 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) with an enhanced shift differential of $3

Job Description

• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned production lines and equipment, including cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting parts, machinery, and systems.
• Set up production lines and equipment efficiently, completing required setups with minimal follow-up and in an expeditious manner.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues as they arise and develop appropriate, timely solutions.
• Recommend improvements for changeovers, operations, product quality, and overall line efficiency.
• Report equipment problems, hazards, concerns, operator errors, and other issues to the Production Supervisor or appropriate personnel as needed.
• Advanced mechanical and electrical aptitude with hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics and troubleshoot electrical circuits up to 460V.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of mechanical maintenance experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical components such as bearings, gears, shafts, conveyors, and related systems.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance on ovens, packing machines, and similar production equipment.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for production machinery.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow work orders and maintenance instructions.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that values variety in your day-to-day work and encourages a healthy work-life balance. While overtime is available, it is not mandatory, allowing you to plan your time outside of work. You receive comprehensive health benefits with employer contributions to a Health Savings Account, paid holidays including floating days, and a 401(k) plan with a competitive employer match. Paid time off begins in your first two years, giving you the flexibility to rest and recharge while building a long-term career in a stable manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

The environment may include temperature extremes, dust, noise, wet conditions, and exposure to hazardous chemicals consistent with a production setting. Personal protective equipment is required and includes, but is not limited to, hairnets, beard nets, and protective eyewear. You work directly on and around production lines and assembly equipment, using tools, diagnostic instruments, and computer systems to support safe and efficient operations.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 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.