Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician (Taylor or Carbondale)

Job Description

This role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and auxiliary equipment in a high-speed packaging and industrial manufacturing environment. You will perform both preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems to ensure maximum equipment uptime, efficiency, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain all production and auxiliary production equipment to minimize downtime and ensure consistent operation.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on packaging machinery, including high-speed packaging equipment, to maintain optimal performance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on production equipment.
• Inspect, adjust, and replace components such as motors, motor controls, VFDs, drives, and related electrical and mechanical parts as needed.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics to identify faults and execute accurate repairs on 480V and other industrial electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, including basic PLC diagnostics, to restore equipment functionality.
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, ensuring proper operation and adherence to equipment specifications.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage to support reliable equipment history and continuous improvement.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures while working on electrical and mechanical systems to maintain a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to quickly resolve equipment issues and support production goals.
• Work independently to make real-time decisions and implement effective solutions to equipment problems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying recurring issues and recommending long-term corrective actions.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of related experience in an industrial maintenance role.
• Industrial mechanical or electrical experience, including PLC troubleshooting exposure and experience with VFDs and drives.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems on production machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Intermediate electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to diagnose and repair complex equipment issues.
• Hands-on experience with industrial electric systems, including motors, motor controls, electrical panels, and electrical schematics.
• Ability to work safely with 480V electrical systems and other industrial power systems.
• Experience with hydraulics maintenance, including troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic components.
• Experience with pneumatic systems, including maintenance and repair of pneumatic components and circuits.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair high-speed packaging machines and related equipment.
• Capability to work independently, make sound decisions in real time, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail when diagnosing and resolving equipment issues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a high-speed packaging or similar industrial manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Allen Bradley and Siemens control systems is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a stable industry environment with opportunities for career growth and long-term development. Employees receive a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid holidays, and paid time off. The organization values skilled maintenance professionals and provides a supportive setting where your technical expertise and problem-solving abilities are recognized and appreciated.

Work Environment

This position is based in a high-speed packaging, industrial manufacturing environment where the maintenance team plays a critical role in keeping operations running smoothly. You will work with a variety of production and auxiliary equipment, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, as well as 480V power, VFDs, drives, and PLC-controlled machinery. The culture emphasizes independence, real-time decision-making, and problem-solving, as technicians are trusted to diagnose and fix issues quickly with minimal supervision. Shift options include day and night roles, with schedules available in 8-, 10-, or 12-hour formats based on candidate preference, typically Monday through Friday for day shifts. Dress code consists of long pants and a work shirt; no specific uniform or steel toe boots are required unless otherwise specified by site policies.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Taylor, PA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $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 Taylor,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

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.

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.