Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician maintains and repairs facility equipment, CNC and machining systems, and building infrastructure across multiple plants. This role supports daily production by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring that all physical operations run safely and efficiently. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with regular overtime and potential Saturday work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the organization’s physical operations, including refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), kitchen equipment, emergency generators, plumbing, water treatment, and electrical systems.

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on production and facility equipment in offices, production areas, and public areas according to established programs and specifications.

• Maintain and repair a wide range of machinery, including automated wash equipment, lathes, honing machines, presses, collets, hydraulic test stands, custom automated assembly units, PLCs, assembly robots, band saws, manual mills and lathes, air compressors, air dryers, material handling equipment, electrostatic filters, and hoists.

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks such as coolant, oil, and filter changes; electrical inspections; calibrations; motor and pump replacements; hydraulic hose replacement; cleaning of heat exchangers; and hydraulic oil reservoir cleaning.

• Troubleshoot low-voltage electrical controls and logic controllers, identifying root causes and implementing effective repairs.

• Complete daily standard work task lists and event reports accurately and on time.

• Collaborate with appropriate staff and leaders to understand and implement maintenance needs, ensuring timely response to maintenance requests.

• Assist in maintaining appropriate spare parts inventory levels to support reliable operations.

• Assist with fire and safety inspections and correct any discrepancies to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Assist in maintaining waste disposal processes, including handling and disposal of hazardous waste such as acetone, mineral spirits, and solvents in accordance with regulations.

• Move furniture, materials, and equipment as needed to support facility operations and maintenance activities.

• Use ladders and scaffolds safely to access equipment and building systems at various heights.

• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned to support overall facility operations.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on maintenance experience supporting production and facility equipment.

• Proficiency with hydraulics, including hydraulic pumps and related components.

• Proficiency with pneumatics and mechanical systems used in industrial environments.

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.

• Demonstrated ability in PLC troubleshooting and logic controller troubleshooting.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including low-voltage controls.

• Experience with CNC machinery maintenance and repair.

• Ability to perform preventive maintenance tasks such as fluid changes, filter changes, calibrations, and component swaps on production equipment.

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds without assistance on a frequent basis.

• Comfort working with parts of various sizes and weights and performing repetitive shoulder, arm, and hand motions.

• Ability to safely use ladders and scaffolds in a production environment.

• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

• Willingness to work regular overtime, including 10–15 hours per week and potential Saturday shifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance or maintenance technician roles within manufacturing or production environments.

• Experience maintaining CNC and machining equipment across multiple plants or departments.

• Familiarity with material handling equipment, air compressors, air dryers, and electrostatic filters.

• Ability to complete detailed documentation, including standard work task lists and event reports.

• Comfort collaborating closely with manufacturing engineers and cross-functional teams.

• Strong safety mindset with experience supporting fire and safety inspections and hazardous waste handling.

• Interest in ongoing training and professional development in maintenance, automation, and related disciplines.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, financially strong organization that invests in its people and promotes from within. The maintenance team enjoys excellent tenure, with most team members having many years of service, reflecting a supportive culture and strong leadership. You can expect regular overtime opportunities, a clean and well-organized facility, and close collaboration with manufacturing engineers. The benefits package includes paid holidays, generous paid time off, a company-matched 401(k), an employee stock ownership plan, and access to training and tuition reimbursement, providing both financial security and clear pathways for career growth.

Work Environment

The role is primarily based in Plant 1 and Plant 3, where production and assembly operations take place, with additional work in Plant 2 where CNC machinery is located. The facility is very clean and organized, with a strong emphasis on safety and order. You will work around CNC machines, automated wash equipment, lathes, honing machines, presses, hydraulic test stands, custom automated assembly units, PLC-controlled systems, robots, band saws, manual mills and lathes, air compressors, air dryers, material handling equipment, electrostatic filters, and hoists. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with regular overtime of approximately 10–15 hours per week and potential Saturday work. The environment requires frequent lifting up to 50 pounds, use of ladders and scaffolds, and repetitive upper-body motion while working with parts of various sizes and weights.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vernon Hills, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/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 Vernon Hills,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.