Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description Maintenance Technician-$28-32/hr-Hiring Now!!

2nd Shift 2:30p-10p

PAY RATE: $28-$32/hr

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team. This role involves working closely with various departments, including maintenance, tool room, quality control, and production teams, to ensure the efficient operation of equipment. The ideal candidate will possess excellent electrical and mechanical aptitude, as well as outstanding troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Work autonomously to repair highly complex electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Collaborate with Supervisors and Leads to get faulted equipment back online, utilizing available resources and vendor assistance.
• Connect and establish communication with PLC processors to diagnose and repair machine problems.
• Perform operations necessary to repair machinery using skills such as arc or gas welding, soldering, drilling, and tapping.
• Replace bearings, shafts, gears, pins, and keys, and run all equipment in the machine shop.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate test equipment.
• Weld and build steel tables, brackets, extensions, and safety gates for machinery.
• Determine if repairs can be made or if service technicians are needed.
• Analyze hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and physically trace circuits if schematics are unavailable.
• Plan, layout, and install circuits and distribution equipment according to codes.
• Fabricate, install, and repair electrical systems based on drawings and schematics.
• Locate and fix malfunction causes; dismantle and reassemble machines as needed.
• Repair, maintain, and assemble safety guards, motors, relays, starters, and other attachments.
• Move heavy equipment and machinery within the plant area.
• Ensure high safety standards and report any discrepancies immediately.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Take initiative to respond to discrepancies and contact vendors for technical assistance.
• Rebuild hydraulic valves, cylinders, and pumps.
• Install plumbing and electrical services for new or relocated equipment.

Essential Skills

• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient in troubleshooting, maintenance, and preventive maintenance.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC troubleshooting.
• Ability to read hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical blueprints.
• High level of initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent analytical ability and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform safely at all times and complete tasks independently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of all types of welding, brazing, and soldering.
• Ability to read and write English and perform simple arithmetic.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values initiative and provides opportunities to work independently and collaboratively with various departments. Enjoy a challenging work environment where your skills in troubleshooting and maintenance will be highly valued. Experience the satisfaction of seeing projects through to completion and making a significant impact on equipment efficiency.

Work Environment

The work environment is non-climate controlled, loud, and involves heavy industrial tasks. The role requires working outdoors and in potentially dirty conditions. Shift hours are from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm for the first shift and from 2:30 pm to 10:00 pm for the second shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Whitesboro, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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 Whitesboro,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 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.