Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description
The Maintenance Technician installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains production machinery and facility equipment in a clean, food-grade manufacturing environment. This role supports plant reliability and productivity by performing both emergency and scheduled maintenance in alignment with safety, predictive, and preventive maintenance systems to help achieve the site's operational goals.
Responsibilities

• Perform highly diversified maintenance duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machines and plant facility equipment.
• Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs to production equipment during active production, minimizing downtime and supporting continuous operations.
• Carry out scheduled maintenance repairs on production equipment during planned machine service windows.
• Conduct daily routine maintenance and safety checks, including basic machinist tasks, diagnosing technical problems, replacing or repairing parts, testing equipment, and performing necessary adjustments.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical documentation, and work orders to determine required maintenance and service procedures.
• Troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns and identify root causes to restore equipment to safe and efficient operation.
• Execute preventive maintenance plans by performing regular inspections and service on machines, equipment, and plant facilities.
• Resolve minor plumbing issues and complete basic carpentry tasks as needed to support facility upkeep.
• Detect faulty operations, defective materials, and unusual conditions, and promptly report these issues to appropriate supervision.
• Comply with all safety regulations and maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas.
• Assist in training new hires on equipment, maintenance procedures, and safety practices.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize work, coordinate repairs, and support overall plant performance.
• Respond calmly and responsibly during equipment-related emergencies, ensuring safe and effective resolution.
• Multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple maintenance requests and priorities.

Essential Skills

• 2-3 years of experience in a maintenance role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance in an industrial setting.
• Ability to work with 480V electrical systems safely and effectively.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics and hydraulic systems used in industrial machinery.
• Industrial maintenance experience, including mechanical, electrical, and facility-related work.
• Proficient troubleshooting skills with strong technical aptitude for diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues.
• Experience working with plastic injection molding or plastic extrusion equipment is highly beneficial.
• Advanced mechanical knowledge of industrial machinery and production equipment.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and regulations, and ability to apply them in daily work.
• Excellent time-management skills to balance emergency repairs, scheduled maintenance, and project work.
• Critical and logical thinking abilities to assess issues and determine effective solutions.
• Ability to multitask and remain productive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to remain calm and act responsibly during emergencies or unexpected equipment failures.
• Problem-solving skills with a focus on long-term reliability and continuous improvement.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and trainees.
• Communication proficiency in reading, interpreting, and documenting maintenance activities.
• Availability to work on any shift (day, night, or overnight) and weekends as needed to support production.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the closure manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods across mechanical, electrical, and facility systems.
• Knowledge of the closure manufacturing industry is preferred but not required.
• Strong team-working mindset and willingness to support colleagues on the production floor.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and new production lines in a growing facility.
• Comfort working in a food-grade manufacturing setting with associated standards and procedures.

Why Work Here?
You join a growing organization that is expanding with new production lines and product offerings, creating ongoing opportunities for professional development and advancement. The environment is team-oriented, where colleagues support one another and leadership remains actively involved and accessible. The culture values open communication, engagement from leaders, and long-term stability, offering a solid career path rather than short-term roles or frequent job changes.
Work Environment
This role is based in an indoor plastic extrusion facility that operates under food-grade manufacturing standards. The work involves regular standing and walking, with frequent verbal communication, and occasional sitting, reaching, and handling small parts and tools. You may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds, and the position requires close and color vision to inspect equipment and materials. The noise level is typical for an industrial manufacturing environment. Work is performed on the production floor around machinery and equipment, with an emphasis on cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety standards. Shift flexibility is required, including the ability to work day, night, or overnight shifts and weekends, as needed to support continuous production.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Peoria, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/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 Peoria,AZ.
Application Deadline
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.

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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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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