Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

2nd Shift | 3:30 PM – 11:30 PM

$35–$40/hour + Overtime (up to 55 hours/week)

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for scheduling and performing routine preventative maintenance and service for each piece of equipment. You will perform emergency repairs on various types of machinery, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic, and identify and replace worn or damaged parts in a timely manner. We are looking for a talented Maintenance and Electrical Technician who has experience with electrical maintenance, instrumentation, and machine repair. This individual will also excel in software use and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, and install various electrical equipment such as motors, breakers, transformers, switches, relays, wiring, PLCs, lighting, and UPS.
• Maintain and calibrate instrumentation devices like transmitters, valves, flow meters, and sensors.
• Complete and prioritize work orders related to control systems, motors, and mechanical equipment.
• Identify and resolve electrical, motor, and control system issues, including testing and evaluating system health and safety.
• Discuss technical issues professionally, especially during equipment breakdowns or meetings.
• Utilize MS Windows, Excel, AutoCAD, and industrial software daily.
• Assist maintenance mechanics and collaborate with engineering, project management, and operators.
• Follow technical manuals, document changes, and maintain records for troubleshooting and setup. Assist in maintaining electrical schematics and update where needed.
• Perform regular checks, lubrication, adjustments, and machine start-ups to optimize operations.
• Handle installation, modification, and repair of electrical systems, including conduit work and panel repairs.
• Maintain and calibrate programmable control equipment and troubleshoot using PLCs. Understand 12/24VDC & 120VAC for control circuits.
• Read schematics, understand industrial power distribution, and VFD wiring. 240 and 480 VACS.
• Operate power tools safely and effectively.
• Follow EPA, OSHA, NFPA70, and other safety standards and perform root cause analysis. Knowledge of E-Stops and other Safety Circuits.
• Manage parts supplies, prepare documentation, and handle administrative duties.
• Strive for operational excellence and safety compliance, participate in projects, and perform miscellaneous duties as directed.

Essential Skills

• Experience in troubleshooting, electrical maintenance, and PLC troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring, schematics, blueprints, and ladder logic.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and control, including Allen-Bradley systems.
• Experience in industrial maintenance repair, including mechanical, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Knowledge of welding and 3-phase systems.
• Strong understanding of ladder logic, function block programming, PLC hardware, and tagging structures.
• Familiarity with Rockwell Automation software.
• Working knowledge of industrial networking and control systems.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and Lockout Procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics or Electrical Technology OR Certificate/Diploma with 2 or more years of experience in a manufacturing/industrial setting is strongly preferred.
• Alternatively, 3+ years of proven hands-on experience in a related field is strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Ability to use hand tools and work in physically demanding environments (bend, twist, lift to 60 lbs).
• Comfortable working in an indoor/outdoor industrial environment, including areas requiring respirator protection.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and flexible schedules as needed.

Why Work Here?

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with our retirement savings options including employer match. We also recognize the importance of continuing education and offer Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

Work Environment

You will work in a large factory with multiple filling machines, conveyors, and compounding machines. Safety is a priority, so following safety protocols is key.

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

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 Riverdale,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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.