Equipment Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Equipment Maintenance Technician Job Description

As an Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing a variety of production equipment including assembly fixtures, end-of-line testers, robots, 3D printers, computers, power tools, and hipot testers. You will employ root cause analysis (RCA) and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to comprehend failures and assess equipment risks, ensuring practical repairs and robust solutions to minimize downtime and prevent recurring issues.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment to ensure minimal downtime.

• Design and implement practical repairs and solutions using RCA and FMEA.

• Solder, crimp, and assemble custom wiring harnesses and electrical components.

• Utilize basic hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment for maintenance tasks.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to resolve equipment issues.

• Define and improve maintenance systems, workflows, and documentation.

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability.

• Maintain clear maintenance records and organized work areas.

• Ensure safety procedures are followed, including lockout tagout and equipment isolation.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing test or related fields.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including proficiency with power rails, sensors, wiring, network interfaces, and multimeters.

• Experience in assembly using hand and power tools like screwdrivers, wrenches, and torque drivers.

• Solid mechanical assembly skills for disassembling, swapping, and reassembling precision components.

• Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and software logs for complex failure isolation.

• Excellent documentation skills for creating clear test reports, assembly logs, and troubleshooting guides.

• Persistence in running multi-hour, semi-automated test cycles to resolve ambiguous issues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems, including motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and microcontrollers.

• Experience with fabrication equipment such as 3D printers, laser cutters, band saws, and belt sanders. Machining and welding experience is a plus.

• Proficiency with computer systems, software, and technical tools including MS Office and basic scripts.

• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and standard operating procedures.

• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Why Work Here?

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing instant access to vital medical supplies worldwide, enhancing accessibility and reducing waste. Experience the impact of completing over 12,000 commercial deliveries and 4,000 life-saving emergency deliveries. Although PTO and holiday pay are not offered to consultants, sick pay is accrued.

Work Environment

Work in a new manufacturing warehouse located in South San Francisco, as part of a growing team set to hire over 400 members by 2028. This role involves working in a manufacturing environment with state-of-the-art technologies and equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of South San Francisco, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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 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 South San Francisco,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.