Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician 1st shift

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician installs, maintains, and repairs production machinery and equipment in a demanding industrial environment. This role combines hands-on mechanical work, troubleshooting, and fabrication to keep equipment running safely and efficiently while supporting continuous production operations.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair a wide range of production machinery and equipment.
• Operate hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools safely and effectively.
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures and pneumatic systems to identify root causes and implement repairs.
• Repair, rebuild, and maintain mechanical drive systems, including V-belt and chain drive systems.
• Install material handling and related mechanical systems as needed.
• Perform basic welding, layout, and fabrication tasks to support equipment repair and modification.
• Diagnose and repair issues involving 480-volt, 3-phase motor circuits in accordance with safety standards.
• Apply hydraulic and pneumatic knowledge to maintain and repair related systems.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician in an industrial or production environment.
• Proficiency in installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery and equipment.
• Ability to operate hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools safely.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills, including experience with mechanical drive systems.
• Experience working with V-belt and chain drive systems.
• Basic welding, layout, and fabrication skills.
• Experience with 480-volt, 3-phase motor circuits.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems (with the ability to apply this knowledge in troubleshooting and repair).
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to company safety procedures with a goal of zero injuries.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production or milling environment is beneficial.
• Comfort working in environments with airborne dust and elevated noise levels.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and production demands.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that prioritizes safety, professionalism, and mutual respect while working with essential production equipment. The role offers steady daytime hours with opportunities for overtime, allowing you to grow your skills in mechanical maintenance, fabrication, and industrial systems. You work in an environment that values reliability, initiative, and teamwork, providing the chance to take ownership of your work and make a direct impact on operations.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, first-shift role, typically scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime as needed through additional hours in a day or additional days in the week. Work takes place in a non–air-conditioned production facility, including a flour milling environment with airborne flour that creates a dusty, dirty feel. Temperatures can be hot or cold depending on the season, and work may occur both indoors and outdoors. Noise levels may reach or exceed 85 decibels, requiring hearing protection for most of the shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Beech Grove, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $32.00/hr.

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 Beech Grove,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.