Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

As a Maintenance Technician, you will troubleshoot mechanical machine failures by disassembling and inspecting components. You will utilize technical documentation such as prints, manuals, and specifications to assist in troubleshooting, accurately maintain records for critical and quality-related plant equipment, and determine root causes of failures to correct conditions and prevent reoccurrence.

Responsibilities

• Audit the maintenance program and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Repair failures using current procedures and recommend alternative methods.

• Develop, document, and perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to maximize equipment reliability.

• Generate out-of-tolerance reports for equipment found outside of acceptance criteria.

• Perform precision maintenance tasks such as alignment checks, measurement of mechanical clearances, and balancing of rotating equipment.

• Execute motor and plant lubrication tasks, ensuring grease quantity and intervals are maintained within guidelines.

• Maintain procedures for critical and quality-related plant equipment.

• Understand and comply with all OSHA, state/provincial, and local codes.

• Participate in plant training and safety programs.

• Use the company's computerized maintenance management system (SAP) to record and access maintenance-related information.

• Demonstrate safe work habits and proper care for tools and equipment.

• Perform other duties as required.

• Acquire new mechanical, pneumatics, and hydraulics knowledge as appropriate.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in electrical, troubleshooting, mechanical, hydraulics, and pneumatics repair.

• Experience with preventive maintenance.

• Ability to read and understand labels, blueprints, schematics, job site maps/directions, instruction manuals, and written instructions accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent combination of industrial maintenance experience and education.

• Technical training in accredited technical school or equivalent, with certification in industrial math, rigging, industrial maintenance, welding, pipefitting, machining, lubrication, condition-based monitoring is a plus.

• Completion of a formal maintenance or technology program with minimum three years of experience in a general first-class maintenance capacity in an industrial environment.

• Basic electrical knowledge or experience with AC/DC voltage preferred.

• Knowledge of PLCs and VFDs, prior experience preferred.

• Knowledge in installation, maintenance, and repairs of common mechanical systems found in an industrial manufacturing facility.

• Previous experience with conveyors, centrifugal pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, material handling systems, or boiler/steam systems preferred.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a great culture with a family-type atmosphere and room for growth within the organization. Benefit from competitive pay and a friendly work schedule. Join a small maintenance team, allowing you to work in various areas and gain comprehensive plant knowledge.

Work Environment

The work environment is non-climate controlled, with hot summers and cold winters. It can be dirty in certain areas, requiring adaptability and resilience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Charleston, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $33.00/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 North Charleston,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 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.