Maintenance Technician 35 Hr - Valpo

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician

1st and 2nd shift

$35

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician maintains and repairs large corrugating and converting equipment used to produce cardboard boxes in a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role combines mechanical and electrical maintenance, including troubleshooting automated equipment, conveyors, and printing presses, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on corrugating and converting machines used in cardboard box production.
• Troubleshoot and repair conveyors, printing presses, and other automated production equipment.
• Replace and rewire AC/DC motors ranging from 480V to 2140V, including 480V 3-phase and 24V circuitry.
• Inspect, replace, and align gearboxes and bearings on industrial machinery.
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including changing filters and fluids and repairing brake systems.
• Use MIG welding on steel components to repair or fabricate machine parts as needed.
• Troubleshoot drives and programmable logic controllers (PLCs), including reading and interpreting input and output signals.
• Fabricate and modify parts using drill presses, torches, and other shop equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics to diagnose equipment issues and plan repairs.
• Use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to receive work orders, document work performed, and order replacement parts.
• Order and track parts, ensuring timely availability for maintenance activities.
• Work collaboratively with other maintenance technicians and production staff to minimize downtime and support continuous operations.
• Follow all safety procedures and best practices while working on high-voltage, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Participate in shift-based maintenance coverage, including required weekend work on a rotational schedule.
• Support training and knowledge sharing within the maintenance team to enhance overall technical capability.

Essential Skills

• At least 2–3 years of experience in the maintenance field, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical knowledge up to 480V 3-phase, including work with 24V control circuitry.
• Hands-on experience working with AC/DC motors, drives, and sensors in automated equipment.
• Mechanical experience with industrial bearings, conveyors, and automated machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics and diagrams.
• Proven experience troubleshooting automated equipment and identifying root causes of failures.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, including reading inputs and outputs for troubleshooting purposes.
• Proficiency in maintaining and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Valparaiso, IN.

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $72800.00/yr.

Direct Hire benefits, full package on file for candidates

This is a fully onsite position in Valparaiso,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

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.

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.