Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician II – Mechanical & Robotics

Job Description

This role supports a high-speed manufacturing operation as the primary mechanical expert for production and support equipment. You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on motors, conveyors, filling equipment, and other industrial machinery, while assisting with basic electrical tasks. You will help keep lines running efficiently, support changeovers, train team members on mechanical processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a clean, safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the mechanical expert for production and support equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Ensure production and support equipment operate safely and efficiently at all times.
• Perform preventative maintenance on motors, conveyor systems, filling equipment, and other industrial machinery and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues on equipment and perform repairs or adjustments as needed.
• Perform basic electrical duties such as replacing motors, switches, photo eyes (PE), and similar components, while collaborating with industrial electricians or PLC programmers on complex issues.
• Perform package changeovers on production lines as required to support different products and formats.
• Support the production team on all aspects of equipment operation, maintenance, and reliability.
• Train team members on mechanical processes, equipment operation, and basic maintenance practices.
• Focus on continuous improvement by identifying and implementing opportunities to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and safety.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in accordance with ISO and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards.
• Follow written, oral, diagram, and schedule-based instructions to complete maintenance tasks and projects.
• Utilize company-provided tools, technology, and resources to document work, access technical information, and support maintenance activities.
• Adhere to all safety policies, including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and help maintain the safety and security of company assets.
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance and support weekend, holiday, or flexible scheduling as required by production demands.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a maintenance technician in high-speed manufacturing, especially with conveyor and filler line equipment.
• Experience with mechanical equipment such as motors, conveyors, and high-speed packaging lines.
• Basic electrical maintenance skills, including replacing motors, switches, and photo eyes (PE).
• Ability to read and work from schematics and diagrams.
• Experience in conveyor maintenance and assembly line environments.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment that promotes a healthy, active work style.
• Ability to work effectively with industrial electricians and PLC programmers on more complex electrical or controls issues.
• Willingness to participate in on-the-job training and continuous learning opportunities.
• Ability to effectively utilize company-provided technology and resources for maintenance planning, documentation, and communication.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values reliability, safety, and continuous improvement in a dynamic operations environment. The role offers exposure to advanced mechanical and robotic systems, providing opportunities to build technical expertise and grow your maintenance career. You work in a setting that encourages collaboration, problem-solving, and learning new technologies.

Work Environment

You work in a large operational facility with automated packaging, distribution, material handling, and pneumatic systems. The environment is fast-paced and focused on continuous operation, requiring attention to safety and adherence to established procedures. You spend significant time on the floor near equipment, using standard maintenance tools and working around conveyors, automated machinery, and related systems. Dress typically includes practical work attire suitable for a maintenance setting, along with appropriate safety gear as required.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shreveport, LA.

The pay range for this position is $32.50 - $32.50/hr.

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.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Shreveport,LA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.