Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Supervisor
Job Description

The Maintenance Technician Supervisor oversees a team of maintenance technicians responsible for installing and servicing equipment used in thermal processing and coating applications. This role ensures safe, efficient, and reliable operation of plant equipment and facilities by directing preventive and corrective maintenance activities, coordinating capital projects, and managing maintenance-related budgets and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise employees who perform maintenance and install equipment used in thermal processing and coating applications.
• Monitor employees’ progress in skills development and identify, assign, and follow up on specific training needs as required.
• Evaluate team performance and provide ongoing feedback, both informally and through the formal performance management system.
• Monitor, reinforce, and oversee health, safety, and environmental (EHS) performance within the department and among employees.
• Diagnose and resolve chronic or acute equipment issues to minimize downtime and maintain reliable operations.
• Identify, select, assign, and supervise contract personnel performing specialized maintenance work or supplementing department activities.
• Direct the scheduling of daily and monthly routine and preventive maintenance tasks, coordinating with operations to plan equipment shutdowns when necessary.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management software (FMX) to manage work orders, document equipment information, and oversee preventive maintenance requirements, including spare parts and predictive actions.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, circuit diagrams, blueprints, and other technical documents to support equipment and facility maintenance.
• Work closely with equipment vendors and suppliers to identify and order specialty equipment or parts.
• Collaborate with the Engineering Manager to manage capital projects, including initiating Capital Asset Requests, creating purchase requests for CapEx items, and supervising installation, project milestones, and timelines.
• Maintain strong fiscal budget responsibility for the plant and maintenance department through organized management of purchase orders and competitive supplier bidding.
• Assess facility conditions and initiate facility repair and maintenance activities to ensure a safe and reliable work environment.
• Prepare month-end reporting and update facility maintenance KPIs to track performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned or dictated by the position to support plant operations and maintenance objectives.

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent plus 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Ability to supervise and lead maintenance personnel, including assigning work, monitoring performance, and providing feedback.
• Strong hands-on maintenance repair skills in an industrial environment.
• Solid understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics systems and their maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and circuit diagrams.
• General knowledge of welding, cutting, and brazing techniques used in industrial maintenance.
• Experience working with furnaces and related thermal processing equipment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and equipment-related issues.
• Capability to use computerized maintenance management software (FMX or similar) for work order and preventive maintenance management.
• Awareness of and commitment to health, safety, and environmental (EHS) practices in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong organizational skills for scheduling maintenance activities and managing documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technicians, operations staff, vendors, and management.

• College or technical degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance is preferred.
• Experience in the aerospace industry or with aerospace-related machinery is advantageous.
• Familiarity with capital project processes, including Capital Asset Requests and CapEx purchasing.
• Experience managing maintenance budgets, purchase orders, and competitive supplier bidding.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, busy industrial environment.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering and operations teams to align maintenance activities with production needs.
• Strong attention to detail when documenting maintenance activities and updating KPIs.
• Interest in expanding knowledge of aerospace industry equipment and advanced machinery.

Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes 401k and medical, dental, and vision plans, along with paid holidays and paid time off to support work-life balance. The facility offers a clean shop environment and steady 8-hour shifts, providing predictable schedules. Team members receive a sign-on bonus and have opportunities to grow their knowledge within the aerospace industry and advanced machinery, fostering long-term career development.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a busy, fast-paced industrial facility that is not climate controlled, requiring comfort with varying temperatures throughout the year. The shop is clean and organized, supporting safe and efficient maintenance activities. Employees work standard 8-hour shifts while interacting with thermal processing and coating equipment, furnaces, and other industrial machinery in an active production environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hebron, KY.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Hebron,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 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.