Automation Maintenance Technician

Automation Maintenance Technician

The Automation Technician performs multi-craft industrial maintenance, focusing on electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, equipment rebuilds and installations, and the support of automated production and facility systems. This role ensures that production machinery and facility equipment operate safely, efficiently, and reliably through skilled diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair facility and production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation.
• Perform electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on automated and industrial machinery, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to diagnose issues and guide repairs.
• Rebuild, install, and commission equipment, including automated assembly machines, conveyor systems, and material handling systems.
• Maintain, repair, and adjust industrial controls and control panels to support automation and process reliability.
• Repair and maintain mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components on production machines such as 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.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on industrial equipment to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Support degreasing and anodize machines by performing necessary maintenance, adjustments, and repairs.
• Collaborate with other maintenance and production personnel to minimize disruption to operations and improve equipment performance.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used in accordance with facility procedures.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair facility and production equipment (required).
• Strong electrical maintenance skills, including working with industrial controls and control panels.
• Solid mechanical maintenance skills with experience in industrial machinery repair.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics and blueprints.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics, including troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic components.
• Demonstrated industrial maintenance background in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex equipment issues and implementing effective repairs.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on production and facility equipment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a culture that empowers employees and avoids micromanagement, giving you ownership over your work and the freedom to grow your skills. There are clear opportunities for advancement, with leadership that has grown from hands-on roles and values internal development. Electricians receive support such as meter sets, and all team members are encouraged to learn new areas and expand their expertise. A comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) and health, dental, and vision coverage, supports your long-term well-being and financial security.

This is a Permanent position based out of Lewis Center, OH.

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a Permanent position based out of Lewis Center, OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Lewis Center,OH.

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.