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Automation Technician

$32 - $36 per hour

Aerotek

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician (Direct Hire)

1st shift and 2nd shift openings available

Great Benefits and Growth Potential

Injection Molding Experience is preferred

 

We're looking for an experienced Maintenance Technicians to help keep our production equipment and facility operating safely and efficiently. If you enjoy troubleshooting, repairing equipment, and working in a hands-on manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment
  • Perform preventive and routine maintenance on machinery
  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues
  • Install and repair motors, wiring, sensors, and facility equipment
  • Read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
  • Use hand tools, power tools, meters, and maintenance equipment
  • Support a safe and efficient work environment

What We're Looking For

  • 4+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including PLCs and drives
  • Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Technical training, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience preferred

Preferred Experience

  • Injection molding or thermoforming equipment
  • PLC programming and troubleshooting
  • High-speed manufacturing equipment

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Comfortable climbing ladders, stairs, and equipment as needed

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Life insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account (FSA)
  • Employee referral program

Work Environment

This position works in a manufacturing facility with exposure to machinery, noise, oils, plastics, and chemicals. Safety is a top priority, and proper PPE is provided.

 

Apply today and join a company that values skilled maintenance professionals and offers long-term career growth!



Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Claremont, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/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 Claremont,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 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.

\nCompany 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.

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