Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician

Buffalo, NY | 1st Shift | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Why Work Here?

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

2 Weeks Paid Vacation

Supportive Leadership Team with Strong Shop Floor Presence

High Level of Autonomy and Independent Decision-Making

Work on Unique, Custom-Built Equipment and Projects

Company-Sponsored Holiday & Employee Appreciation Events

Stable Manufacturing Environment with Long-Term Career Growth

Daily Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Diagnose and resolve PLC-related equipment issues
• Maintain and repair 480V electrical systems, motor controls, and AC/DC components
• Service pumps, hydraulic systems, furnaces, presses, and other manufacturing equipment
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance activities
• Inspect equipment and identify issues before they impact production
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Conduct root cause analysis to solve recurring equipment problems
• Prioritize maintenance tasks to support production schedules
• Work independently while collaborating with production and maintenance teams

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Strong PLC troubleshooting experience
• Experience working with 480V electrical systems
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, and motor controls
• Preventative and predictive maintenance knowledge
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Strong problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining large industrial presses and furnaces
• Root cause analysis experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a production environment
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Welding or fabrication experience is a plus

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing facility in Buffalo, NY
• Produces advanced technical ceramics and specialty materials
• Supports the defense, aerospace, and energy industries
• Fast-paced production environment
• Non-climate-controlled facility
• Work around large presses, furnaces, automated equipment, and industrial electrical systems
• Strong focus on equipment reliability and production uptime

Apply today!

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Buffalo,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 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.