Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic A
Job Description

This role performs a wide range of complex tasks related to the construction, installation, maintenance, adjustment, and repair of production equipment and plant facilities. Working under limited supervision, you apply a broad knowledge of multiple maintenance trades, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical, to keep machinery and facilities operating safely and efficiently on a day-to-day basis.

Responsibilities

• Perform work across multiple maintenance trades, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical, to support production equipment and plant facilities.
• Follow maintenance schedules, detailed drawings, diagrams, specifications, blueprints, and both written and verbal instructions to complete assigned tasks accurately.
• Locate and diagnose complex equipment failures and implement timely corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Conduct routine, periodic, and special inspections of facilities, machinery, and equipment to identify required repairs and maintenance that prevent breakdowns.
• Carry out all functions typically assigned to a Maintenance Specialist B, demonstrating advanced technical capability and versatility.
• Perform machinery maintenance and facilities maintenance tasks to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant equipment and infrastructure.
• Use blueprint reading and interpretation skills to plan, execute, and verify maintenance and repair work.
• Identify issues proactively in a limited-supervision environment and complete tasks independently from start to finish.
• Perform other related duties as directed to support overall maintenance operations.

• Proven industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems, including troubleshooting and repair of production equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Mechanical maintenance experience, including inspection, adjustment, and repair of machinery and mechanical systems.
• Carpentry experience for construction, repair, and modification of plant structures or equipment supports.
• Plumbing experience for installation, maintenance, and repair of facility piping and related systems.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed drawings, diagrams, specifications, and blueprints.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for identifying complex equipment failures.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and facilities.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and make sound decisions in a limited-supervision environment.
• Capability to follow maintenance schedules and written and verbal instructions accurately.

• Experience performing both machinery maintenance and facilities maintenance in an industrial setting.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple maintenance trades within a single role.
• Comfort working from detailed technical documentation, including prints and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying maintenance needs before failures occur.
• Flexibility to perform other related duties as directed to support maintenance and operations.

You have the opportunity to transition from a contract assignment to a permanent role, offering long-term stability and career growth. The organization provides structured pay reviews and annual pay increases, recognizing your contribution and rewarding performance over time. You join a team that values self-sufficiency, technical expertise, and continuous improvement, giving you the space to develop your skills and take ownership of your work.

Work Environment

This position operates on a first-shift schedule, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., providing a consistent daytime work routine. You work in a plant environment where production equipment and facilities require ongoing maintenance and repair. The role functions under limited supervision, so you are expected to identify issues independently, prioritize tasks, and complete work with minimal oversight. You regularly use tools and equipment related to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and carpentry trades, and you rely on technical documentation such as blueprints, diagrams, and maintenance schedules to guide your work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Billerica, MA.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $33.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Billerica,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.

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.

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.