Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician – 2nd Shift Job Description

This role supports a fast-paced manufacturing operation on 2nd shift by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of production equipment to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency. The Maintenance Technician applies strong mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic skills, performs preventative maintenance, and uses an ERP system to document work while contributing to a safe and reliable production environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems to minimize equipment downtime and support continuous production.
• Diagnose and resolve production equipment issues quickly and effectively to maintain consistent output and product quality.
• Replace bearings, chains, sprockets, valves, and other machine components as needed to restore proper equipment function.
• Support the maintenance and repair of cutting tables, tempering ovens, water jets, polishing equipment, laser systems, cranes, and related machinery.
• Perform basic welding repairs and light fabrication work to repair or modify equipment components and structures.
• Conduct preventative maintenance tasks on production equipment to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
• Use ERP systems to create, update, and close maintenance work orders, accurately documenting work performed and parts used.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize tasks and coordinate equipment repairs.
• Follow safety procedures and best practices while working on electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Inspect equipment regularly and report any issues, hazards, or improvement opportunities to help maintain a safe and efficient facility.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience preferred, working in a manufacturing or similar production environment.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical systems, including conveyors and other production equipment.
• Proficiency with pneumatic systems, including diagnosing and repairing related components.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting on production machinery and support systems.
• Ability to replace bearings, valves, chains, sprockets, and related mechanical components.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance practices and schedules for industrial equipment.
• Ability to use an ERP system or similar software to track maintenance activities and work orders.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills, with the ability to perform minor repairs and modifications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently on 2nd shift.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing environment with both older and newer machines, including some automation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience maintaining cutting tables, tempering ovens, water jets, polishing equipment, laser systems, and cranes.
• Experience supporting both legacy equipment and modern automated systems.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
• Strong communication skills to effectively coordinate with production and maintenance teams.
• Detail-oriented approach to documenting work and following established maintenance procedures.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed to support production demands.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing operation that offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with no Sunday work, providing a strong work-life balance. The organization supports your long-term growth and development with a robust benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and a 401(k) match. You will have access to two medical plan options (PPO and HDHP), as well as free physical therapy and complimentary blood pressure and heart rate monitoring to support your health and well-being. Flexible pay options, including daily or bi-weekly pay, offer added financial convenience, while opportunities for overtime allow you to increase your earnings.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing environment featuring a mix of older equipment and newer machines, including some automated systems. The role is on 2nd shift, with hours from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and operates on a stable Monday–Friday schedule with no Sunday work. You will work around cutting tables, tempering ovens, water jets, polishing equipment, laser systems, cranes, conveyors, and other production machinery. The environment is hands-on and industrial, requiring regular interaction with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, and adherence to standard safety practices and appropriate industrial work attire.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $38.00/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 Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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.

\nCompany Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.