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Maintenance Technician

Aerotek
  • Newton, IA
  • $41,600–$70,000 Per Year
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Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob Description

We are seeking skilled Industrial Maintenance Technicians to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance and handling electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs on production and mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.

Responsibilities
  • Use blueprints, schematics, small/power tools, and electronic test equipment to perform various maintenance tasks.
  • Determine causes of operating problems in areas such as plumbing, electrical systems/components, HVAC, carpentry, electrical fixtures/switches/power sources, and mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic industrial equipment.
  • Perform basic preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on production equipment, including motors, conveyors, pumps, paint equipment, material handling equipment, gearboxes, overhead cranes, and other mechanical components.
  • Conduct electrical troubleshooting, wiring, and repairs on equipment ranging from single-phase 240v to three-phase 480v.
  • Perform tack welding (stick or MIG) for minor repairs as needed.
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair PLCs, VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), AMUs, CPUs, etc.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in electrical wiring and schematic reading.
  • Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, and troubleshooting.
  • Capability to work with three-phase 480v and single-phase electrical systems.
  • Competence in using blueprints and schematics.
  • Expertise in welding, fabrication, and industrial equipment maintenance.
  • Ability to troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, motors, and gearboxes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • 1+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
  • Electrical and fabrication experience is a plus.
  • Ability to read schematics and other prints to perform repairs.
Why Work Here?

Join a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America, known for its commitment to excellence and premier customer value. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and an employee assistance program.

Work Environment

Opportunities are available on both 1st and 2nd shifts, with standard shifts consisting of four 10-hour days and occasional five-day weeks. 1st shift runs from 6am-4:30pm, and 2nd shift from 5pm-3:30am, with potential for extended hours during busy seasons or equipment downtimes. The production environment may feature varying temperatures and loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant. Candidates should be comfortable working at heights as needed and may be required to work beyond normal hours, including weekends and holidays, based on equipment needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Newton, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $70000.00/yr.

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.

Medical Dental 401k match Vision PTO

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newton,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNewton, IA
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$41,600–$70,000 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1983
Websitehttps://www.aerotek.com/

About Company

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.  

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.

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
  • Aviation Industryunmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Business Solutionsunmatched
  • CPU (Central Processing Unit)unmatched
  • Candidate Screeningunmatched
  • Carpentryunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Craneunmatched
  • Electrical Componentsunmatched
  • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
  • Electrical Wiringunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Facilities and Maintenanceunmatched
  • Fortune 500 Customersunmatched
  • HVACunmatched
  • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Equipment Maintenanceunmatched
  • Painting (Facilities and Maintenance)unmatched
  • Plumbingunmatched
  • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Production Systemsunmatched
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
  • Pumpsunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Test Equipmentunmatched
  • Variable Speed Drive (VSD)unmatched
  • Weldingunmatched

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