Maintenance Technician

Industrial Maintenance Technician

$28-$37/HR | 2nd & 3rd Shift | Tons of OT | Advanced Automation

Looking for a maintenance role where you can actually troubleshoot instead of just changing parts?

This is an opportunity to join a highly automated manufacturing facility where maintenance technicians spend most of their time solving complex equipment problems, working with robotics, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automated production systems.

If you're a hands-on technician who enjoys diagnosing issues, working with advanced equipment, and earning plenty of overtime, this could be the career move you're looking for.

Why You'll Want This Job

✅ $28-$37/hour based on experience

✅ Overtime available regularly (up to 60 hours/week)

✅ Work with robotics, PLCs, automation, and advanced manufacturing equipment

✅ Clean, organized, and well-lit facility

✅ Temperature-controlled work environment

✅ Stable manufacturing operation with long-term career opportunities

✅ Team-oriented culture with company events and employee appreciation activities

✅ Opportunity to expand your troubleshooting and automation skills

What You'll Be Doing

This is a true multi-craft maintenance role focused primarily on troubleshooting and repair.

• Troubleshoot and repair automated production equipment
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures
• Work with industrial robots and automated manufacturing systems
• Troubleshoot and make adjustments to PLC-controlled equipment
• Repair and replace bearings, seals, gearboxes, motors, and machine components
• Perform hydraulic and pneumatic repairs
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Support preventive maintenance activities and reliability improvements
• Perform welding and fabrication repairs when needed
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime

What We're Looking For

• Maintenance Technician, Industrial Mechanic, Maintenance Electrician, or Electro-Mechanical Technician experience
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills up to 480V
• Experience with AC/DC motors and industrial controls
• Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting experience
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics
• Mechanical troubleshooting experience with automated machinery
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn

Bonus Skills

• PLC troubleshooting and editing experience
• Robotics experience
• Manufacturing automation experience
• Experience supporting high-volume production equipment

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Valparaiso, IN.

The pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $74880.00/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.

Direct placement, full benefits with UGN

This is a fully onsite position in Valparaiso,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 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.