Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician

Shifts: 2nd shift (1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.) and 3rd shift (9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.)

Pay: 28/hr to 34/hr

Job Description

The Industrial Maintenance Technician provides both emergency and preventive maintenance support for production machinery, equipment, and plant facilities. This role focuses on troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment in real time during production, following a structured preventive maintenance schedule, and ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all assigned systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs on production machinery and equipment, responding quickly to breakdowns and restoring operation in real time.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities according to a predetermined PM schedule.
• Troubleshoot and repair industrial machines, with a strong focus on mechanical and electrical issues in a production environment.
• Work with 480V 3-phase electrical systems, including wiring, troubleshooting, and testing using a multimeter.
• Perform basic facility maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, replacing ballasts, and providing general office maintenance support.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, schematics, and work orders to determine required maintenance and repair procedures.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test equipment, and make necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation.
• Use a variety of hand tools, power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment to perform maintenance tasks safely and effectively.
• Detect faulty or unsafe operations, conditions, or processes and promptly report them to appropriate supervision.
• Comply with and actively support enforcement of all safety regulations and company safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and orderly work areas to support a safe and efficient maintenance operation.
• Manage, document, and record all maintenance activities using a computerized preventive maintenance and work request system.
• Support maintenance of systems involving hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, PLC-controlled equipment, automation, and related components as needed.
• Assist with boiler, VFD, sensor, and automation troubleshooting and maintenance when required.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Proven experience with mechanical troubleshooting of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of electrical troubleshooting on equipment up to 480-volt, 3-phase, including wiring and testing with a multimeter.
• Ability to perform reactive maintenance, responding to machine breakdowns during production and fixing issues in real time.
• Working knowledge of safety protocols such as Lock Out / Tag Out and adherence to facility safety regulations.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing equipment utilizing hydraulic and pneumatic systems, PLCs, and conveyor systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, technical manuals, and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and electric power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to use electric meters and related diagnostic tools for troubleshooting.
• Capability to manage and record work in a computerized preventive maintenance and work request system.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose issues, repair or replace parts, and verify proper operation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with boiler maintenance.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and/or programming.
• Exposure to automation troubleshooting and support of automated equipment.
• Familiarity with ladder logic concepts.
• Experience with VFDs (variable frequency drives) and sensors.
• Experience reading and working from automation and control schematics.

Why Work Here?

Employees contribute to products that directly support state and federal agencies, including military, law enforcement, and construction trades, with a meaningful impact on troops both locally and abroad. The organization is growing and expanding, with planned pay increases and a focus on long-term stability. Team members receive full-time benefits, paid time off, 401(k) options, and access to an upcoming HSA program. The company also fosters a supportive culture through company-sponsored events that include family members, promoting connection, appreciation, and work-life balance.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, onsite role in a clean, organized, well-lit facility with mild and comfortable temperatures. The environment is relatively quiet, and employees may listen to music using a single earbud while working, as long as safety is maintained. Openings are available on 2nd shift (1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.) and 3rd shift (9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.), each offering a shift differential. The work involves hands-on maintenance of industrial equipment, including 480V 3-phase electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, and PLC-controlled machinery, using a variety of hand tools, power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment. Casual dress with gym shoes is appropriate, and eye protection is required in production and maintenance areas to support a strong safety culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/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 Cleveland,OH.

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.