Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Mechanical & Robotics Technician Job Description

The Mechanical & Robotics Technician supports operations and maintenance teams by installing, repairing, and maintaining material handling equipment, pneumatic systems, and automated packaging and distribution equipment within a high-volume facility. This role focuses on preventive and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring that all equipment operates safely and efficiently. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior technicians, contribute to a culture of safety, and maintain accurate documentation and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Support the operations maintenance team in repairing and maintaining material handling equipment and pneumatic systems throughout the facility.

• Install, maintain, and repair automated packaging and distribution equipment, including robotic and electromechanical systems.

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance routines on material handling equipment and document all work accurately and completely.

• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to material handling equipment, including belts, motors, photo-eyes, relays, and related components.

• Promote and maintain a safe working environment by following all safety procedures and equipment standards in accordance with OEM and safety guidelines.

• Maintain a positive and collaborative working relationship with colleagues and stakeholders across the operations facility.

• Track, organize, and store department inventory, parts, and tools to ensure availability and proper control.

• Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to log work orders, record maintenance activities, and manage equipment histories.

• Apply knowledge of basic input and output functions to diagnose and resolve control system issues on automated conveyor systems.

• Interpret and work from blueprints and electrical schematics to perform installations, repairs, and modifications.

• Conduct metal and wood fabrication tasks as needed to support equipment installation, repair, and improvement projects.

• Contribute to project management activities related to equipment upgrades, process improvements, and maintenance initiatives.

• Use power tools and hand tools safely and effectively in the repair and maintenance of equipment.

• Work flexible schedules, shifts, and areas, including weekends, nights, and holidays, to support continuous operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to troubleshoot basic input and output functions on automated equipment.

• Associates or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the mechanical or electrical field.

• Minimum 2 years of experience with automated conveyor systems and controls.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the repair of material handling equipment.

• Minimum 2 years of experience conducting predictive and preventive maintenance procedures.

• Minimum 1 year of experience in metal and wood fabrication.

• Minimum 1 year of experience reading and interpreting blueprints and electrical schematics.

• Minimum 1 year of knowledge in electrical and electronic principles.

• Experience working with material handling equipment safety standards in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and safety requirements.

• Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Experience with robotic or electromechanical operation and maintenance.

• Mechanical and electrical aptitude, including use of power tools.

• Ability to work flexible schedules, shifts, and areas, including weekends, nights, and holidays.

• At least 1 year of experience with PC applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Project management experience related to maintenance, equipment upgrades, or process improvements.

• Experience performing preventive maintenance with proper documentation and record keeping.

• Ability to maintain positive working relationships across a large operations facility.

• Familiarity with material handling equipment components such as belts, motors, photo-eyes, and relays.

• Robotics experience, including troubleshooting and maintaining robotic systems.

• Strong attention to safety and adherence to established safety procedures and standards.

• Strong organizational skills for tracking and storing department inventory, parts, and tools.

Why Work Here?

You will join an entrepreneurial and inclusive culture where people succeed together and support one another’s growth. The organization invests in learning, collaboration, and celebrating shared success, offering a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to help you achieve your ambitions in career development, recognition, well-being, benefits, and pay. You can expect a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with opportunities to build on your strengths and enjoy a career rich with varied experiences. Your ambitions are encouraged and supported, and there is genuine excitement about where your career can grow.

Work Environment

This role is based in a dynamic operations facility where you may stand and walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation, and move items weighing up to 49 pounds. Working conditions can include small spaces, dust, fumes, odors, hot and cold temperatures both inside and outside, noise, vibration, standing on concrete for extended periods, and wet or uneven surfaces. The position involves repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, sitting, standing, and walking, as well as lifting parts and tools averaging 20 pounds and occasionally up to 49 pounds. You will use fine motor skills and dexterity in eye-hand coordination, foot pedals, manual picking, pinching, holding, grasping, and wrist motion with repetitive flexion and rotation. The environment is hands-on, fast-paced, and safety-focused, with regular use of tools and equipment typical of industrial maintenance and robotics operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Pleasant Prairie, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/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 Pleasant Prairie,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.