Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician supports manufacturing operations by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment setup to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production. This role works with injection molding machines, automation systems, robotics, and facility equipment to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement.

• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and machine setup on production and facility equipment.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and complete emergency repairs to reduce downtime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Install, adjust, and repair manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Set up, start up, and maintain injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Support automation systems, robotics, and process equipment.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures and all safety requirements.
• Complete maintenance records and work orders using CMMS software.
• Assist with welding, fabrication, and equipment modifications as needed.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to improve equipment performance and reliability.

• 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, or equivalent trade school training.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read schematics, instructions, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures.
• Experience with industrial equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with injection molding equipment and plastic processing.
• PLC and HMI troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and robotics.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Familiarity with CMMS software and TPM practices.
• High school diploma or GED.

Manufacturing facility with multiple shift opportunities (1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift). Work involves maintaining industrial machinery, automation systems, and injection molding equipment in a fast-paced production environment while following established safety procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boone, IA.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Boone,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 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.

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.