Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description

The Maintenance Technician will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This role involves diagnosing and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated production equipment to ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.

• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated production equipment.

• Troubleshoot equipment failures and respond quickly to emergency breakdowns to minimize production downtime.

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment issues.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime and increasing equipment reliability.

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance activities in accordance with maintenance plans and manufacturer recommendations.

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

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment histories.

Essential Skills

• Experience in mechanic repair, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting.

• Strong knowledge in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated production equipment.

• Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a Maintenance Technician.

• Capability to support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Proficiency in maintaining accurate maintenance records and work orders.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values continuous improvement and reliability, offering opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement. Enjoy a collaborative work environment that prioritizes reducing downtime and enhancing equipment reliability.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic manufacturing facility where you will handle a variety of equipment and systems. Expect a hands-on role that requires quick thinking and problem-solving skills to minimize production downtime.

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 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.