Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining and repairing high-speed production equipment in a large, climate-controlled manufacturing facility. You will perform both mechanical and electrical maintenance, troubleshoot automation and control systems, and support overall facilities upkeep to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high-speed production equipment in a manufacturing environment.

• Perform mechanical repairs including replacing mat top chain, linked chain with master links, laced belts, rubber bands for rollers, and other belt applications using appropriate specialty equipment and following equipment guidelines.

• Replace bearings, shafts, rollers, sprockets, gearboxes, and motors as needed to keep equipment running reliably.

• Drill, tap, and thread bolt holes properly and use concrete hammer drills with anchors to secure equipment and related structures.

• Use basic hand tools and battery-operated tools such as drills, grinders, reciprocating saws, impact guns, routers, wrenches, and screwdrivers to perform maintenance tasks.

• Apply grease and other lubricants correctly to lubrication points using proper tools and procedures.

• Change out V-belts for fans and work with pulley systems that support those fans.

• Service and repair dock plates, dock doors, and hydraulic cylinders associated with material handling and facility operations.

• Perform basic plumbing, painting, and general building repair work as part of facilities maintenance.

• Use tape measures accurately to take measurements for belt take-ups, equipment spacing, and identification of distances for equipment assets.

• Replace seals and gaskets properly to prevent leaks and ensure equipment integrity.

• Use torque wrenches to tighten bolts, screws, and other fasteners to specified torque values.

• Diagnose and repair issues involving pneumatics, hydraulics, gearboxes, conveyors, motors, and other rotary equipment.

• Perform electrical maintenance and troubleshooting on motors and drives, including both three-phase and single-phase systems.

• Work safely and confidently with 480V electrical systems while following applicable codes and standards.

• Read and interpret US electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve equipment and control issues.

• Use base PLC knowledge (inputs and outputs) to troubleshoot automation controls and electro-mechanical systems.

• Assist with testing or building control panels when needed and support improvements to automation systems.

• Troubleshoot PLCs online when required to identify faults and restore proper machine operation.

• Apply knowledge of instrumentation and controls, PLCs, and variable frequency drives (VFDs) in daily maintenance activities.

• Follow NFPA 70E and National Electrical Code guidelines when performing electrical work.

• Document training, maintenance activities, and repairs accurately and maintain records of certifications and technical education.

• Bring and maintain a personal set of tools, store them in the designated maintenance station, and use provided specialty and measurement tools appropriately.

• Work a rotating schedule including extended shifts and occasional additional days to meet production and maintenance needs.

• Collaborate with other technicians, mechanics, and operations staff to prioritize work orders and minimize equipment downtime.

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, including proper use of required PPE and safe work practices in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance experience.

• High-speed manufacturing experience.

• Proven experience maintaining and repairing high-speed production equipment.

• Ability to replace mat top chain, linked chain with master links, laced belts, rubber bands for rollers, and belt applications using specialty equipment.

• Ability to replace bearings, shafts, rollers, sprockets, gearboxes, and motors.

• Proficiency in drilling, tapping, and threading bolt holes properly.

• Ability to use concrete hammer drills with anchors to secure equipment.

• Skilled in using basic hand tools and battery-operated tools such as drills, grinders, reciprocating saws, impact guns, routers, wrenches, and screwdrivers.

• Ability to apply grease and other lubricants correctly to lubrication points with appropriate tools.

• Ability to change V-belts for fans and work with associated pulley systems.

• Experience working on dock plates, dock doors, and hydraulic cylinders.

• Ability to perform basic plumbing, painting, and building repair work for facilities maintenance.

• Ability to use a tape measure accurately for belt take-ups and equipment distance measurements.

• Skill in replacing seals and gaskets properly.

• Ability to use torque wrenches to tighten fasteners to specified torque values.

• Hands-on experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, gearboxes, conveyors, motors, automation controls, and rotary equipment.

• Strong electrical experience working on motors and drives with three-phase and single-phase experience.

• Comfort working with 480V electrical systems.

• Ability to read and interpret US electrical schematics.

• Base PLC experience focusing on inputs and outputs.

• Experience troubleshooting PLCs and automation controls in a manufacturing environment.

• Understanding of instrumentation and controls, PLCs, and VFDs.

• Familiarity with NFPA 70E and the National Electrical Code.

• Documented training and experience in the electrical field, including training certificates or technical diplomas.

• High school diploma or proof of GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates degree in a technical field is preferred.

• Two-year technical degree is highly preferred.

• Licenses, certifications, or verifiable technical training are accepted in lieu of or in addition to formal degrees.

• Experience testing or building control panels is a plus.

• Experience troubleshooting PLCs online is a plus.

• Experience in electro-mechanical systems and manufacturing automation is beneficial.

• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and automation disciplines.

• Ability to work extended shifts and rotating schedules in a production environment.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills when working with maintenance and operations teams.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a modern, climate-controlled facility that values safety, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. The role offers the opportunity to deepen your expertise in both mechanical and electrical maintenance, including advanced automation and controls. Extended contract-to-hire arrangements provide a clear pathway to pursue permanent opportunities based on performance, while internal postings allow you to explore different career paths within the organization. You will have access to specialty tools, uniforms, and documented training opportunities that support your professional growth and help you build a strong, long-term career in industrial maintenance.

Work Environment

The position is based in a large, climate-controlled manufacturing facility that operates high-speed production equipment. The primary schedule follows a rotating pattern of 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, with an additional day worked during the short week every other week, averaging approximately 48 hours per week. Day shift is 12 hours (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.), with initial training potentially on a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Personal protective equipment is required, including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, ear protection, and a company-provided uniform. Technicians must bring their own basic tools on the first day; a maintenance station is available for storing personal toolboxes, and all specialty and measurement tools are provided. The environment focuses on safety, adherence to electrical codes and NFPA 70E guidelines, and the use of modern automation, PLCs, and high-speed manufacturing technologies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Asheboro, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 Asheboro,NC.

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.