Maintenance Technician

Industrial Maintenance Technician

$36 - $41/hr | Shelbyville , IN

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical issues on the manufacturing floor for process, production, and facility equipment.

• Engage in the repair and maintenance of conveyor lines, ovens, furnaces, stamping equipment, controls, drives, sensors, PLCs, robotic machinery, and related components.

• Lead and coordinate activities and repairs in response to equipment failures, ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner.

• Monitor all emergency breakdown calls and obtain technical assistance as needed to minimize downtime.

• Document daily maintenance activities accurately in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), such as eMaint.

• Plan, coordinate, and implement 5S standards in maintenance areas, including personal work areas, the maintenance shop, and drill repair areas.

• Communicate effectively with colleagues in all positions to complete assigned projects and keep plant equipment and facilities in proper working order.

• Generate and provide accurate information to secure necessary parts, materials, and tools required to complete projects and repairs.

• Participate in preventive maintenance (PM) events across all areas as needed to support equipment reliability and uptime.

• Perform electrical wiring, panel work, and equipment hookups in accordance with safety and quality standards.

• Utilize test equipment, including meters, to diagnose faults in motors, controls, drives, and other electrical components.

• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying recurring issues and recommending corrective actions or upgrades.

Essential Skills

• Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

• Hands-on experience with motors, motor controls, and drives troubleshooting.

• Ability to diagnose and repair drives and controls systems.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and schematics.

• Experience with electrical repair on industrial equipment such as conveyors, ovens, furnaces, stamping equipment, sensors, PLCs, and robotic machinery.

• Ability to use electrical test equipment, including meters, to safely troubleshoot live and de-energized circuits.

• Demonstrated skill in electrical wiring, terminations, and panel work.

• Ability to document work clearly and accurately in a CMMS system.

• Capability to respond effectively to emergency breakdowns and prioritize tasks under time pressure.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic mechanical repairs and adjustments.

• Fabrication experience, including manual machining, to support equipment repairs and modifications.

• Experience with PLC troubleshooting in an industrial setting.

• Exposure to robotics and robotic machinery maintenance.

• Familiarity with implementing and sustaining 5S standards in maintenance or shop environments.

• Comfort working independently on night shifts while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams when needed.

• Willingness to work overtime when available.

Why Work Here?

• Employees benefit from excellent insurance and benefits, along with the opportunity to grow as the company invests in upgrading its equipment and machinery.

• The business is experiencing strong demand, with orders at high levels and projected growth throughout the year, creating long-term stability and opportunities for advancement.

• Team members can continuously develop their skills and progress through structured pay levels by completing company-supported assessments with provided study materials and unlimited retakes.

Work Environment

• The role is based in an industrial manufacturing facility that is generally hot and dirty throughout much of the plant, requiring comfort working in a physically demanding environment around heavy equipment and machinery.

• The position operates on a night shift schedule from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m. on a 2 days on / 2 days off, 3 days on / 3 days off rotation, offering extended periods of time off between work stretches.

• Overtime is currently unlimited and voluntary, providing flexibility for those who want to increase their hours.

• The work involves regular interaction with conveyor lines, ovens, furnaces, stamping equipment, controls, drives, sensors, PLCs, and robotic machinery, using standard electrical tools, meters, and fabrication equipment in the maintenance shop.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75712.00 - $86112.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Excellent Insurance & Benefits Investing in upgrading current equipment/machinery Orders are through the roof and business is projected to grow throughout the year

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Shelbyville,IN.

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.