Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Shift: 7AM-3:30PM

Pay: Up to $33/hr

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician inspects, troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, and installs production machinery, equipment, and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on diagnosing mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues, performing both preventive and corrective maintenance, and supporting production by minimizing equipment downtime and improving overall operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install production machinery, equipment, and facility systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues and perform timely repairs to minimize equipment downtime.

• Observe equipment operation and identify root causes of mechanical or operational issues through inspection, testing, and troubleshooting techniques.

• Disassemble, repair, replace, and reassemble machine components and equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and company standards.

• Inspect equipment components for wear, damage, and dimensional accuracy to determine appropriate repair or replacement needs.

• Adjust, align, calibrate, and test machinery and control systems to verify proper operation following maintenance or repairs.

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities according to established schedules and priorities.

• Lubricate, clean, and maintain machinery and equipment to maximize reliability, performance, and equipment life.

• Set up and operate machine shop equipment, including lathes, drill presses, grinders, welders, plasma cutters, and other fabrication tools, as needed to repair or fabricate components.

• Read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, technical drawings, work orders, and specifications to perform maintenance and repairs accurately.

• Complete and maintain maintenance work orders, repair records, and other required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.

• Maintain an organized inventory of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies, and initiate purchase requisitions as needed to support ongoing maintenance activities.

• Assist with the installation, relocation, modification, and commissioning of machinery and production equipment.

• Understand the basic operating functions of production equipment to effectively diagnose equipment issues and support production needs.

• Inspect tools, equipment, and work areas to identify unsafe conditions and ensure compliance with safety policies and applicable regulations.

• Transport tools, equipment, materials, and replacement parts between work areas and storage locations as needed to complete maintenance tasks.

• Collaborate with production personnel, vendors, and cross-functional teams to support operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and production support needs to minimize operational disruptions.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting experience with production machinery and equipment.

• Experience working with pneumatic systems in an industrial setting.

• Ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment involving mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems.

• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to perform maintenance and repairs.

• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement effective solutions.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, technical drawings, work orders, and specifications.

• Capability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision.

• Solid understanding of preventive maintenance practices in an industrial environment.

• Commitment to following safety policies and procedures while working with machinery and tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance in an industrial or manufacturing facility.

• Familiarity with industrial environments and production equipment operations.

• Experience operating machine shop equipment such as lathes, drill presses, grinders, welders, and plasma cutters.

• Ability to maintain organized records of maintenance activities, work orders, and inventory.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with production teams, vendors, and cross-functional groups.

• Detail-oriented approach to inspecting equipment for wear, damage, and dimensional accuracy.

• Ability to support equipment installation, relocation, modification, and commissioning projects.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy an ownership-driven culture with a strong sense of shared success, supported by a great schedule that promotes work-life balance. The organization offers attractive benefits and regularly hosts company outings, creating opportunities to build relationships, celebrate achievements, and foster a positive, team-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a production facility that is generally well organized but can be hot in certain areas, with some dust and wood grinds present on the ground due to manufacturing activities. Team members work around industrial machinery and equipment, using a variety of hand tools, power tools, precision instruments, and machine shop equipment. The environment is focused on safety, efficiency, and cleanliness while recognizing the realities of a busy manufacturing operation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Erlanger, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58420.00 - $68640.00/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.

401k match up to 8%, employee owned so get stock and say in the company

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Erlanger,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 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.