Multi Craft Maintenance Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician Job Description The Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician supports a high-volume manufacturing facility by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of mechanical and electrical equipment. This role combines hands-on industrial maintenance, preventative and predictive maintenance, and collaboration with production teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production lines. The position operates on rotating 12-hour shifts and requires a technician who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment while adhering to strict safety and reliability standards. Responsibilities Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment to maximize uptime, improve reliability, and extend equipment life.Install, maintain, and repair mechanical components such as conveyors, chains, sprockets, bearings, gearboxes, belts, couplings, and other mechanical drive systems.Read and interpret mechanical drawings, technical prints, electrical schematics, and other technical documentation to plan and complete maintenance and repair activities.Support automated equipment by identifying issues, performing on-site troubleshooting, and collaborating with remote technical resources when needed.Access and utilize equipment manuals, software updates, digital troubleshooting tools, and other maintenance resources to support efficient and accurate repairs.Conduct regular inspections and maintenance checks on production equipment, documenting findings and ensuring all work is completed safely and within established timelines.Work closely with production teams to improve equipment reliability, product quality, and overall operational performance through proactive maintenance and problem-solving.Maintain strict compliance with plant safety, environmental, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements at all times.Perform root cause analysis on recurring equipment issues and recommend corrective actions to prevent future failures.Support reliability-focused initiatives, including improvements to preventative maintenance routines and documentation in maintenance systems.Work any assigned shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, in alignment with the rotating 12-hour shift schedule.Perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods in a manufacturing environment that may include heat, noise, dust, and humidity.Document maintenance work, repairs, and inspections accurately, including entries into computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) where applicable.Ensure all tools, equipment, and work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and organized condition. Essential Skills At least 3+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing, military, or similar technical environment.Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment in a production setting.Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, technical prints, and electrical schematics.Demonstrated experience performing preventative maintenance and identifying equipment reliability issues.Strong mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills, including mechanical troubleshooting and electrical troubleshooting.Hands-on experience with industrial maintenance tasks such as repair, maintenance repair, and preventive maintenance.Experience working with industrial electrical systems, including three-phase (3 phase) power and industrial electrical maintenance.Familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics as they relate to industrial equipment operation and maintenance.Ability to perform PLC troubleshooting and work with programmable logic controllers (PLC control) in an industrial environment.Experience working with production equipment such as conveyors, power transmission components, and mechanical drives.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.Commitment to workplace safety and strict adherence to established safety procedures and safety compliance requirements.Ability to work any shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, in line with rotating 12-hour shift schedules.Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.Comfort working in a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing environment and managing multiple maintenance priorities.Effective communication skills to collaborate with production teams and remote technical resources. Additional Skills & Qualifications Electrical certification, technical degree, trade school education, or related maintenance training.Experience troubleshooting conveyors, bearings, chains, sprockets, gearboxes, and other power transmission systems.Experience working with 480-volt motors and industrial electrical systems.Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and repair.Multi-craft maintenance experience involving both mechanical and electrical repairs in a manufacturing setting.Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment, automated systems, and controls.Experience in corrugated packaging, paper manufacturing, packaging, or similar production environments.Experience utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and digital maintenance resources.Experience in reliability maintenance and root cause analysis for recurring equipment issues.Familiarity with manufacturing operations, production equipment, and industrial maintenance best practices.Experience interpreting and working from blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.Exposure to predictive maintenance techniques and tools used to monitor equipment condition.Comfort working with industrial electrical systems, PLC troubleshooting, and PLC control in a production environment. Why Work Here? This opportunity offers a structured rotating 12-hour schedule that includes a full week off every fourth week, supporting work-life balance while maintaining consistent full-time hours. You will work with a variety of modern industrial and automated systems, providing continuous opportunities to grow your technical skills in both mechanical and electrical maintenance. The environment emphasizes safety, reliability, and collaboration, giving you the chance to contribute directly to operational performance and equipment improvement initiatives. You will join a culture that values proactive problem-solving, continuous learning, and teamwork, with exposure to advanced maintenance practices and digital maintenance tools. Work Environment The role is based in a manufacturing facility in Akron, OH, operating on rotating 12-hour shifts. The schedule follows a four-week rotation that includes combinations of day and night shifts: one week of four nights on and three days off, followed by a week of three days on and one day off, then a week of three nights on and three days off, and finally a week of four days on and seven days off, providing one full week off every fourth week. The facility environment may include exposure to heat, noise, dust, humidity, and other typical industrial conditions. The position requires extended periods of standing, walking, climbing, and lifting, as well as frequent bending, pushing, and pulling. Work is performed around production equipment, conveyors, mechanical drives, power transmission systems, industrial electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, automated systems, and PLC-controlled machinery. Technicians use tools such as CMMS software, digital maintenance resources, technical manuals, and electrical and mechanical test equipment. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, and strict adherence to safety, environmental, and plant procedures is expected at all times. Pre-employment screening may include drug and bg testing, in line with facility policies. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mogadore, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $43.00/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 Mogadore,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.About AerotekAerotek® 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.