Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description
This role focuses on maintaining and repairing manufacturing equipment, including mills, lathes, high horse-power motors, electrical systems, and electric-driven filter systems in a climate-controlled machine shop. You will play a key role in performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring reliable operation of production equipment. This is a contract position with the opportunity to transition to full-time based on performance and department goals.
Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment, including mills, lathes, high horse-power motors, and electric-driven filter systems to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to restore equipment to safe and efficient operation.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to diagnose issues and guide repair and maintenance activities.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively to perform mechanical assembly, disassembly, adjustments, and component replacement.
• Inspect equipment regularly to identify wear, potential failures, and safety concerns, and take corrective action as needed.
• Support production by responding promptly to equipment issues and working to resolve problems with minimal disruption to operations.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used to maintain accurate records and support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to coordinate maintenance tasks and support overall manufacturing goals.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working on machinery, including proper use of hoists and cranes for heavier objects.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area within the machine shop.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Basic knowledge of mills or lathes and their operation.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Experience with preventive maintenance practices on production equipment.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills, including work with control systems.
• Pneumatic troubleshooting skills and familiarity with pneumatic components.
• Understanding of hydraulic systems and their maintenance requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in a manufacturing setting.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.
• Comfort working with high horse-power motors and electric-driven filter systems.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks based on production needs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to equipment reliability and safety.
• Effective communication skills to interact with team members and other departments.
• Willingness to work in a contract role with potential for full-time employment based on performance.

Why Work Here?
You will join a company that invests in its employees through comprehensive benefits, financial security, and career development opportunities. The organization offers safety boot and safety glasses reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and a competitive benefits package. You will have access to a 401(k) plan with a 6% match, life insurance coverage, paid holidays, and immediate access to paid time off. New employees receive 13 days of prorated PTO, along with paid sick time. The company also provides a referral bonus program and supports career growth, creating a stable and supportive environment where you can develop your skills and advance your career.
Work Environment
This position is based in a climate-controlled machine shop within a manufacturing facility. While performing the duties of this job, you will regularly stand, use your hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and communicate verbally. You will occasionally walk and frequently lift and move objects weighing 25 to 50 pounds, using a hoist or crane for heavier items. The role involves working around mills, lathes, high horse-power motors, and other industrial equipment, with a strong emphasis on safe work practices and proper use of tools and lifting equipment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of White Settlement, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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 White Settlement,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 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.

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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.

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