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Automation Technician - Direct Hire

$29 - $35 per hour

Aerotek

Job Description

Job Description

Automation Technician

Shift: 2nd and 3rd shift open (1 on each shift)

Pay: Depends on experience (Open to entry level technicians)

Job Description

The Automation Technician serves as a multi-craft technician responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of automated production and facility equipment. This role combines electrical and mechanical expertise to ensure reliable operation of industrial machinery, controls, and support systems in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair facility and production equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safe, reliable operation.
  • Perform electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on automated machinery, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
  • Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to diagnose issues and support repairs.
  • Repair and maintain mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components on production machines, including metal fabricating and stamping machines, material handling systems, automated assembly machines, degreasing equipment, anodize lines, and conveyor systems.
  • Repair or replace damaged air, chemical, water, and hydraulic pipes on machines, including measuring, cutting, threading, and installing new pipe as needed.
  • Rebuild and install equipment, ensuring proper alignment, calibration, and integration with existing systems.
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial controls and control panels to support automated processes.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on production and facility equipment to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
  • Work safely and consistently while using full personal protective equipment (PPE) throughout the shift in a manufacturing environment.
  • Collaborate with team members and other departments to support continuous improvement and efficient production operations.

Essential Skills

  • Proven ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair facility and production equipment (required).
  • Hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, including both electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Mechanical maintenance skills, including experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical components.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics and blueprints.
  • Experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial equipment.
  • Demonstrated troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Comfort working with degreasing and anodize machines and related equipment in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to safely repair and replace air, chemical, water, and hydraulic piping systems.
Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Westerville, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Westerville,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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.

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.

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