Maintenance Technician (Up To 50/hr)

Maintenance Tech II Needed in Nashville 2nd & 3rd Shift! Job Description This role involves performing advanced industrial maintenance in a heavy manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on both mechanical and electrical troubleshooting of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. You will support production by maintaining and repairing equipment such as stamping presses, conveyors, pumps, motors, and associated control systems, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation across multiple shifts. Responsibilities Perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting on industrial equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, stamping presses, conveyors, pumps, motors, and related components. Diagnose and repair issues using electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics to restore equipment to safe and efficient operating condition. Read and interpret PLC ladder logic, with a preference for experience in Siemens or Allen-Bradley systems, to identify and resolve control-related problems. Work on sensors, hydraulics, servo drives, motors, pumps, and conveyors, ensuring proper function, calibration, and integration with control systems. Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and hydraulic equipment, including three-phase motor controls and AC/DC servo drives. Troubleshoot and repair electrical control systems, including hydraulic pumps, valves, and associated electrical controls. Perform industrial maintenance tasks such as mechanical repairs, adjustments, and component replacements to minimize downtime. Use schematics and technical documentation to plan and execute repairs and maintenance activities accurately and safely. Support production operations by responding promptly to equipment breakdowns and working to reduce unplanned downtime. Document maintenance activities as required and communicate equipment status, issues, and recommendations to relevant team members. Train and work initially on first shift, then transition to assigned shift (second or third) while maintaining flexibility for overtime and weekend work as needed. Follow all safety procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment, and contribute to a safe working environment in a heavy industrial setting. Essential Skills Minimum of 5+ years of experience in electrical and hydraulic equipment maintenance in an industrial or manufacturing environment. Proven experience as a maintenance technician performing both mechanical and strong electrical troubleshooting on hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. Ability to read and interpret PLC ladder logic, with a preference for experience in Siemens or Allen-Bradley systems. Ability to read and understand electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics. Hands-on experience working with hydraulic pumps, valves, and electrical controls. Knowledge of three-phase motor controls and AC/DC servo drives. Strong skills in electrical troubleshooting, including PLC control and electrical maintenance. Mechanical troubleshooting and mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial setting. Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment. High school diploma or GED. Additional Skills & Qualifications Industrial maintenance experience in heavy manufacturing or similar environments. Experience with metal stamping equipment or automotive industry production lines. Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and maintenance repair best practices. Comfort working with noisy, high-volume production equipment such as stamping presses. No specific professional certifications required. Ability to work overtime and every other weekend, depending on production needs and projects. Why Work Here? Employees benefit from shift differentials, overtime opportunities, and performance-based incentives once they transition to permanent status. The organization offers monthly bonuses calculated as a percentage of hourly pay and an additional holiday bonus, recognizing and rewarding consistent performance. Team members join a stable industrial operation with structured shifts and predictable scheduling, including every other weekend off in most cases, supporting a balance between work and personal life. Work Environment The role is based in a heavy industrial facility focused on metal stamping for the automotive industry. The environment is not temperature controlled and can be hot or cold depending on the season. The plant is noisy due to stamping presses running continuously, and employees should be comfortable working around high-volume industrial machinery. Overtime is available and may be required based on production needs. Employees must provide their own steel-toed boots or safety shoes, while ear protection, safety glasses, and gloves are supplied. Uniforms are provided and paid for maintenance staff, supporting a consistent and professional appearance on the shop floor. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Antioch, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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) Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Antioch, TN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Antioch,TN. About Aerotek 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aerotek