Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains production and facility equipment to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role diagnoses mechanical and facility-related issues, replaces parts, tests and adjusts systems, and performs regular preventive and predictive maintenance. The technician also supports the safety team by performing facility-related safety tasks and accurately completing safety reports.

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment in accordance with established safety, preventive, and predictive maintenance procedures.
• Diagnose equipment and facility problems, identify root causes, and determine appropriate repair methods.
• Repair or replace defective parts, components, and assemblies, and verify proper operation through testing and adjustments.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Maintain and repair mechanical systems, including equipment systems and boilers/HVAC systems, as assigned.
• Use power and hand tools safely and effectively to perform maintenance, repair, and installation tasks.
• Support facility upkeep by performing building maintenance and repair activities, including painting and minor structural repairs.
• Assist with maintenance of hydraulics and other mechanical systems as needed.
• Conduct mechanical and basic electrical troubleshooting using schematics and other technical documentation where applicable.
• Perform work duties in coordination with the safety team and complete accurate safety reports and documentation.
• Support maintenance of both interior and exterior areas of the facility, including repairs to equipment, structures, and grounds.
• Collaborate with other maintenance team members to prioritize work orders and ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and best practices while working on equipment and within the facility.

• At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• At least 2 years of mechanical repair experience on equipment systems or boilers/HVAC systems.
• Demonstrated experience using power and hand tools for maintenance and repair tasks.
• Experience documenting and completing safety reports accurately and on time.
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills for production and facility equipment.
• Ability to perform preventive and predictive maintenance on machines and plant facilities.
• Experience with facilities maintenance and building maintenance activities.
• Basic understanding of hydraulics and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and follow maintenance instructions, procedures, and technical information.
• Strong commitment to working safely and following safety protocols.

• Experience in both industrial and facility maintenance, ideally with a roughly 50/50 split.
• Electrical maintenance experience, including basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Experience performing painting and minor facility repairs.
• Comfort working with CNC machines, inspection equipment, and assembly stations from a maintenance perspective.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with maintenance team members and the safety team.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple maintenance tasks and work orders effectively.

You will join a medium-sized organization where your contributions are visible and valued, rather than being lost in a large, impersonal environment. You will work alongside an established maintenance team, providing opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and support. The company promotes a strong culture of safety, quality, and teamwork, and offers a stable, structured environment where you can grow your technical skills and take pride in maintaining a clean, well-organized facility.

The role is based in a clean, temperature-controlled facility equipped with CNC machines, inspection equipment, and dedicated assembly stations where technicians perform their work. You will maintain and repair equipment throughout the entire facility, including both interior and exterior areas, ensuring that all systems and structures operate reliably and safely. The position operates on a first shift schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., providing consistent daytime hours. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and professionalism, with access to the tools and equipment needed to perform maintenance tasks effectively.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Harwood Heights,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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.