Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician with electrical and mechanical expertise to support our plastic recycling operations. The ideal candidate will ensure the reliability, efficiency, and safety of sorting, shredding, washing, and extrusion equipment. This role involves troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs to minimize downtime in a fast-paced recycling environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair 480VAC, 3-phase motors, VFDs, and control panels for shredders, extruders, and conveyor systems.
• Diagnose electrical faults in optical sorters, balers, and pelletizers using multimeters, meggers, and PLC diagnostics.
• Perform bearing replacements, gearbox repairs, and belt/chain adjustments on conveyors and granulators.
• Weld (MIG/TIG) and fabricate repairs on hopper liners, screw augers, and shredder blades.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic/pneumatic systems for bailing presses and material handlers.
• Align and maintain extruder barrels, dies, and cooling systems to prevent production defects.
• Address material jams, contamination issues, and wear-related failures in sorting/washing lines.
• Optimize equipment to handle varied plastic feedstocks (PET, HDPE, PP, etc.).

Essential Skills

• Experience with extrusion and plastic injection processes.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting extruders, thermoformers, thermocouples, and extrusion machines.
• Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and motor control.
• Expertise in electrical systems and welding.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with troubleshooting and repairing 480VAC, 3-phase motors.
• Ability to diagnose electrical faults with multimeters, meggers, and PLC diagnostics.
• Skilled in MIG/TIG welding and fabrication.

Why Work Here?

This position offers competitive pay with a bonus program, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401k, and paid time off. Employees have the opportunity for career growth in the expanding recycling industry and hands-on work with advanced recycling technologies. Enjoy annual raises and a supportive work environment.

Work Environment

This role requires working the 3rd shift from 11:30pm to 8:00am, Sunday night through Thursday morning, with initial training on the 1st shift. The environment involves exposure to plastic particulates, heat from extruders, and occasional odors, with flexibility for overtime or emergency call-ins during breakdowns.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $40.00/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 Ladoga,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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.

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.