Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician supports reliable production operations by performing electrical, mechanical, and PLC troubleshooting on a variety of industrial equipment. This role focuses on identifying root causes of equipment issues, completing repairs on conveyors, gear boxes, and motors, and performing electrical installations and rewiring to maintain safe and efficient plant performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed root cause analysis on equipment failures to prevent recurrence and improve overall equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems to identify faults and restore equipment to proper operation, without needing to write or modify PLC programs.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues, including wiring and rewiring, to ensure equipment operates safely and in compliance with standards.
• Install new equipment and components, including electrical and mechanical installations, to support production needs.
• Carry out mechanical repairs on production equipment such as conveyors, gear boxes, and motors to minimize downtime.
• Work with hydraulic systems as needed to troubleshoot and repair related equipment issues.
• Install and maintain conduit and related electrical infrastructure for production equipment.
• Read and interpret technical documentation, including PLC information and equipment specifications, to support effective troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with other maintenance and production team members to plan and prioritize maintenance activities.
• Document maintenance work performed and communicate equipment status to supervisors and relevant stakeholders.
• Follow established safety procedures and use appropriate PPE when performing maintenance tasks.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience performing root cause analysis on industrial equipment issues.
• Hands-on experience with PLC troubleshooting, including identifying and resolving faults using existing programs and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including electrical wiring and rewiring for industrial equipment.
• Experience with installation of production equipment and related components.
• Mechanical repair experience on conveyors, gear boxes, motors, and other production equipment.
• Ability to read and understand PLC-related information and electrical documentation.
• Experience working with hydraulics in an industrial maintenance setting.
• Ability to install and work with conduit for electrical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Commitment to working safely and using appropriate PPE at all times.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience performing installations in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in mechanical repairs specifically on production and material handling equipment.
• Familiarity with industrial automation components and control systems.
• Ability to work effectively on rotating shifts and adapt to changing production priorities.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with maintenance and production teams.
• Detail-oriented approach to documenting work and following maintenance procedures.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, growth-oriented organization that operates in multiple industries and holds a significant share of the global HVAC market. The company offers a benefits package, a structured bonus plan with up to 15% bonus potential, and a work environment designed to be resilient during economic downturns. Personal protective equipment is provided, and there is clear room for professional growth and advancement within the organization.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing environment with large-scale production equipment, including conveyors, motors, gear boxes, and industrial electrical systems. The position follows a rotating shift schedule, with 1st shift from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 3rd shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. A shift differential applies for working 3rd shift. The facility operates with a strong focus on safety, and the company provides personal protective equipment. You will work around HVAC-related equipment, electrical components, and other industrial products that support industries such as HVACR, electrical, consumer hardware retail, electrical utility, automotive retail, and pool and spa channels.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Conyers, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $38.50/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 Conyers,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 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.

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.