Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ordering parts for rebuilds and corrective maintenance activities, operating production equipment, understanding simple drawings and wiring diagrams, and repairing mechanical equipment. This role requires proficiency in troubleshooting electrical components and control voltage problems, welding small repairs, and conducting preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.

Responsibilities

• Order parts for rebuilds and corrective maintenance activities.

• Operate all production equipment in assigned area.

• Understand simple drawings and wiring diagrams.

• Troubleshoot and repair all mechanical equipment in assigned area.

• Troubleshoot and repair 3-phase electrical components and control voltage problems.

• Perform stick, MIG, or TIG welding for small repairs to prevent long-term downtime.

• Proficiently conduct preventive maintenance on assigned equipment without supervision.

• Use Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SAP proficiently.

• Assist with training Maintenance Mechanic I and Operators on equipment.

• Lead Root Cause Analysis activities where applicable.

• Follow all safety policies and practices; proactively identify safety hazards and risks.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Troubleshooting

• Understanding schematics

• Mechanical and electrical skills

• Hydraulics and pneumatics knowledge

• Repair and PLC troubleshooting

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to understand basic theory of plant equipment operation.

• At least one year of experience at Level I or five years in a maintenance role.

• Successful completion of Level II assessment.

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.

• Knowledge of PLC functionality.

• Ability to test electrical and electronic equipment and components.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing company with recent acquisitions in the food industry, offering annual performance reviews and opportunities for pay increases. Enjoy a $1 shift premium and be part of a dynamic team.

Work Environment

The work schedule is from 10 PM to 6:30 AM, Sunday through Thursday, following a normal third shift schedule. The role involves significant overtime, with some weeks requiring up to 55 hours of work. A $1 shift premium is offered.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

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.

Medical Dental Vision 401k

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.