Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description

The Maintenance Technician maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs production equipment in a manufacturing environment. This role combines mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic expertise to keep machinery operating safely and efficiently, while supporting continuous production and minimizing downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on production machinery and equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical diagrams, and technical documentation to guide maintenance and repair activities.
• Operate machinery and equipment as needed to verify proper function after repairs and adjustments.
• Use electrical troubleshooting techniques to identify faults in wiring, components, and control systems.
• Perform welding and basic fabrication tasks when required to repair or modify equipment components.
• Support PLC-related troubleshooting by applying electrical knowledge and understanding of control systems.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used in a clear and accurate manner.
• Work overtime when needed to support production demands and respond to urgent maintenance needs.
• Follow all safety procedures and best practices while working in an active manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Proven mechanical aptitude with experience maintaining and repairing industrial machinery.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to work with electrical maintenance tasks and components.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatic systems used in manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical diagrams.
• Experience in machine operation within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Solid work ethic with reliability, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required by production and maintenance needs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience performing welding and basic fabrication for equipment repair or modification.
• Familiarity with PLC-based systems and controls sufficient to assist in troubleshooting.
• Broad electrical knowledge applicable to industrial maintenance environments.
• Previous experience in an open-air or non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility.
• Comfort working with a variety of tools, test equipment, and industrial machinery.

Why Work Here?

You will join a hands-on, production-focused environment where your technical skills directly contribute to keeping operations running smoothly. The role offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, providing continuous learning and skill development. You will work alongside a team that values reliability, strong work ethic, and practical problem-solving, with opportunities to take on overtime and expand your experience in industrial maintenance.

Work Environment

This position is based in an open-air manufacturing environment in North Carolina. Conditions can be hot, especially during the summer months, and candidates must be comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled facility. The role involves working around active production equipment, using standard industrial tools, and interacting closely with machinery and systems that include mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components. Appropriate work attire suited to a warm, industrial setting is necessary, along with adherence to all safety guidelines and personal protective equipment requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marshville, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Marshville,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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.

Company DescriptionWe 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.