Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician supports production equipment and facility operations in an industrial manufacturing environment. In this hands-on role, you maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems to ensure consistent equipment uptime. You perform preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and support both equipment and general facility systems while working closely with production teams to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to ensure reliable operation and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues on machinery, including identifying root causes and implementing effective repairs.
• Maintain, repair, and adjust equipment such as conveyors, motors, gearboxes, and other industrial machinery.
• Work with hydraulics and pneumatic systems, including inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing components as needed.
• Read and follow basic diagrams, maintenance procedures, and work instructions to complete repairs and maintenance tasks accurately.
• Support general facility maintenance, including repair and upkeep of building systems and related equipment.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to identify equipment problems, prioritize work, and complete repairs efficiently.
• Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to document work orders, maintenance activities, and equipment history.
• Apply root cause analysis (RCA) methods to recurring equipment issues and recommend improvements to prevent future failures.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and tool repair tasks as needed to support equipment maintenance and modifications.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and site safety procedures while working on electrical, mechanical, and facility systems.
• Support continuous improvement of maintenance processes and contribute to a reliable and efficient production environment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 23 years of maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to maintain and repair electrical and mechanical equipment in a production setting.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency in preventive and corrective maintenance to reduce equipment downtime.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems, including production machinery.
• Ability to read and follow basic diagrams, schematics, and maintenance procedures.
• Experience with conveyors, motors, gearboxes, and related industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems for tracking maintenance activities and work orders.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and safe work practices in an industrial environment.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis (RCA) on equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Comfort working in an industrial maintenance environment with production equipment and machinery.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PLC experience for troubleshooting and supporting automated equipment.
• Welding experience for equipment repair and modification.
• Fabrication skills to support custom repairs and maintenance projects.
• Tool repair experience to maintain and service hand and power tools used in maintenance activities.
• Experience working with both electrical and mechanical systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Good communication skills to coordinate effectively with production and maintenance teams.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing environment with a consistent workload and the opportunity to build a long-term career based on performance. The role offers hands-on exposure to both electrical and mechanical systems, allowing you to deepen and broaden your maintenance skill set. You will gain valuable experience in a production environment, with potential for overtime and ongoing development as you contribute to a reliable and efficient operation.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial manufacturing facility with active production equipment and machinery. You will spend most of your shift on the production floor, performing equipment repair and general facility maintenance. The position involves regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift. You will work in a team-oriented environment that supports production operations and emphasizes safety, adherence to OSHA standards, and collaboration across maintenance and production teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of City Of Industry, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $39.00/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 City Of Industry, CA.

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.