Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains industrial equipment with a focus on injection molding machinery. This role works with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, performs preventative maintenance, and programs or modifies PLC logic to keep production equipment running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical issues on a variety of industrial machinery.
• Set up, adjust, and maintain injection molding machines, including mold setup and changeovers.
• Access, program, and/or modify PLC logic as needed to diagnose issues and complete repairs.
• Perform routine and scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify potential issues before they lead to equipment failure.
• Maintain and service hydraulics, pumps, air compressors, motors, chillers, and valves.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to electrical systems and PLC controls in a hands-on manner.
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete maintenance tasks accurately and on time.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate equipment status and repair needs as required.
• Support a clean, organized, and safe work area by following housekeeping and safety procedures.
• Meet deadlines for maintenance tasks and respond promptly to urgent repair requests.
• Collaborate with production and other team members to minimize equipment downtime and improve reliability.

• 6 months to 1 year of hands-on injection molding experience, including setup and maintenance.
• At least 1 year of PLC and electrical experience in an industrial environment.
• A minimum of 6 months of preventative maintenance experience on production equipment.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Practical experience with maintenance on injection molding machines.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics, pumps, air compressors, motors, chillers, and valves.
• Ability to access, understand, and modify PLC logic for troubleshooting and repair.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills in an industrial setting.
• Ability to follow directions accurately and complete tasks within required timelines.
• Capability to troubleshoot and resolve PLC-related issues on the shop floor.

• Experience performing setup and maintenance on industrial machinery.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within mold setting.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with industrial repair practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with production and maintenance teams.
• Reliability and strong attendance to support consistent production operations.

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports both professional and personal well-being. The organization offers a 401(k) plan to help build long-term financial security, tuition reimbursement to encourage ongoing learning and career growth, and health and life insurance coverage for peace of mind. Team members can also earn pay raises tied to perfect attendance, rewarding reliability and commitment. The culture values continuous improvement, skill development, and providing stable, long-term opportunities for individuals who take pride in their work.

Work Environment

This role operates in an industrial manufacturing environment focused on injection molding operations. Work is performed on-site around production machinery, including injection molding machines, hydraulics, pumps, air compressors, motors, chillers, and valves. Multiple shifts are available: 1st shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with possible overtime on some Saturdays; 2nd shift runs from 3:10 p.m. to 11:40 p.m. Monday through Friday with possible overtime on some Saturdays; and 3rd shift runs from 11:20 p.m. to 7:20 a.m. Sunday through Thursday with possible overtime on Fridays. New hires train on day shift for approximately 6 to 12 months, depending on experience, to become familiar with equipment, procedures, and safety practices. The environment emphasizes cleanliness and safety, and team members work in close proximity to running equipment, following all safety and housekeeping standards appropriate for an industrial setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Omaha, NE.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 Omaha,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 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.