Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair a variety of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.

• Install, maintain, and repair motors, conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, bearings, and production machinery.

• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.

• Troubleshoot electrical systems, including sensors, relays, VFDs, and PLC-controlled equipment.

• Conduct equipment inspections and identify opportunities to improve reliability and performance.

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform repairs in a timely manner to minimize downtime.

• Perform basic welding, fabrication, and machining work as needed.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and manage facility maintenance projects, including building repairs and improvements.

• Work closely with production teams to identify and resolve equipment issues.

• Follow all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and company quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Industrial maintenance experience.

• Ability to operate CNC, Laser, Press-Brake, and other machine equipment.

• Proficiency in reading blueprints and electrical schematics.

• Mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting skills.

• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.

• Maintenance technician skills.

• Repair skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years industrial maintenance experience.

• Experience with sheet metal production.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic and growing company investing significantly in equipment updates and process improvements. With an opportunity to work overtime, employees benefit from a standard 50-hour work week and a chance to be part of a team aiming to double in size over the next three years.

Work Environment

Work on the 1st shift, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday to Thursday, with Fridays dedicated to maintenance and repairs. The plant experiences seasonal temperature variations, with hot and humid conditions during the summer and cold conditions near open overhead doors in the winter.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.

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.