Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining and supporting industrial production and assembly equipment in a highly automated environment. You will perform a mix of preventative and corrective maintenance, with a strong emphasis on electrical troubleshooting, PLC systems, robotics, and injection molding equipment. The position requires a versatile technician who can work across electrical and mechanical systems to keep equipment running safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Responsibilities

• Perform approximately 60% preventative maintenance and 40% corrective maintenance on production and assembly equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliable operation.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues on industrial equipment, including sensors, cameras, and control components.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC systems, including Siemens PLCs, to identify faults, make adjustments, and support efficient machine operation.

• Work with Fanuc robots and other robotic or automation systems to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities.

• Maintain and repair injection molding equipment, ensuring optimal performance and product quality.

• Inspect, maintain, and repair hydraulic pumps, vacuum pumps, and pneumatic systems to support consistent equipment performance.

• Perform mechanical maintenance tasks as needed in a primarily electrical environment, including adjustments, component replacements, and basic mechanical repairs.

• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and findings accurately to support ongoing equipment reliability and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with other team members and leadership to prioritize maintenance tasks and support production goals.

• Participate in training on dayshift as needed and then work assigned 3rd shift hours, including every other weekend, to support around-the-clock operations.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience performing both preventative and corrective maintenance on industrial production and assembly equipment.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills in an industrial environment, including work with sensors, cameras, and control systems.

• Hands-on experience with PLC troubleshooting, specifically with Siemens PLCs.

• Experience working with robotics or automation systems, such as Fanuc robots.

• Knowledge of hydraulics, including maintenance and troubleshooting of hydraulic pumps.

• Knowledge of pneumatics and the ability to maintain and troubleshoot pneumatic systems.

• Experience with injection molding equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Ability to perform mechanical maintenance tasks in addition to electrical work.

• Comfort working in a primarily electrical maintenance environment while applying mechanical knowledge as needed.

• Willingness and ability to work 3rd shift hours (9:30 PM–6:00 AM) and train on dayshift initially.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing or automotive-related environment.

• Familiarity with vacuum pumps and their maintenance requirements.

• Exposure to advanced robotics and automation systems and a desire to deepen skills in these areas.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently during off-shift hours.

• Interest in ongoing training and professional development in PLCs, robotics, and industrial automation.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, climate-controlled facility that supports long-term career growth and development. The organization offers significant exposure to robotics, PLCs, and the automotive industry, providing a strong platform to build advanced technical skills. Leadership takes a hands-on approach to training and development, creating an environment where you can continuously learn, expand your expertise, and grow within the company.

Work Environment

The facility is very clean, climate controlled, and equipped with consistent, modern industrial machinery. You will primarily work on electrical troubleshooting involving sensors, cameras, robots, injection molding equipment, vacuum pumps, and hydraulic pumps. This is a 3rd shift position, with hours from 9:30 PM to 6:00 AM, and initial training will take place on dayshift. The schedule typically includes working every other weekend. A shift differential is provided for 3rd shift work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Smyrna, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.06 - $36.21/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 Smyrna,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 2, 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.