Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex automated systems used in high-volume electronics manufacturing. This role ensures that robotic cells and custom automated assembly equipment operate at peak efficiency with minimal downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on robotic arms, conveyors, pick-and-place machines, and automated optical inspection (AOI) systems to prevent mechanical or electrical failure.
• Diagnose root causes of equipment malfunctions involving PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), sensors, motors, pneumatic systems, and vision systems.
• Calibrate high-precision robotics and automated tooling to ensure accuracy in component placement and soldering within tight tolerances.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to implement hardware and software upgrades that improve cycle times, yield, and machine reliability.
• Maintain detailed logs of repairs, part replacements, and equipment performance metrics. Assist in creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for machine operation.
• Ensure all equipment meets OSHA and corporate safety standards, including the proper functioning of light curtains, E-stops, and interlocking safety gates.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in maintaining and jogging 6-axis or SCARA robots (e.g., FANUC, Epson, or ABB).
• Basic understanding of PLC logic (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) and the ability to use HMI screens for diagnostics.
• Strong knowledge of digital and analog circuitry, power supplies, and wiring schematics.
• Experience with vacuum grippers, actuators, ball screws, and solenoid valves.
• Ability to use precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers) and diagnostic equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Troubleshooting skills in maintenance, PLC, mechanical, automated machines, electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Familiarity with 3-phase electrical systems.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to excellence in electronics manufacturing. Enjoy a collaborative work culture that values continuous improvement and professional growth. Experience a challenging and rewarding environment where your skills and expertise will be appreciated and developed.

Work Environment

This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods. Work in an environment requiring specialized attire like ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) smocks and grounding straps. Flexibility to work varying shifts is necessary to support 24/7 production schedules.

To expedite consideration, please send your resume directly to email: ascaffido@ aerotek.com

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Petersburg, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Saint Petersburg,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.