Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionIndustrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of facility machinery in a beverage manufacturing environment. This role follows established standard operating procedures, supports equipment reliability through preventive and predictive maintenance, and helps maintain food safety, product quality, and SQF standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of facility machinery and related systems.
• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) and apply safe, effective maintenance practices at all times.
• Support and maintain food safety, product quality, and SQF standards during all maintenance activities.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs) and accurately document all work performed in MaintainX.
• Support predictive maintenance activities such as vibration monitoring, torque checks, and thermography.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns systematically, identify and document root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Verify repairs by testing equipment under load and confirming readiness for production.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical and mechanical schematics, and OEM manuals to diagnose and resolve issues.
• Safely operate tools and measuring devices such as torque wrenches, calipers, and gauges.
• Service and maintain conveyors, pumps, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), gearboxes, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic systems.
• Accurately log part usage, labor time, and corrective notes for each work order in MaintainX.
• Ensure all work orders are fully completed with appropriate details before closing them out.
• Update and help maintain spare parts documentation, including critical spares, gaps, and shortages.
• Support maintenance planning by providing accurate repair feedback and detailed parts usage information.
• Perform proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures before beginning any maintenance work.
• Demonstrate accountability, dependability, and a collaborative approach when working with team members.
• Identify, suggest, and help implement improvements that reduce downtime, scrap, and recurring equipment issues.
• Contribute to the creation and refinement of standard work, including SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and training materials.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent, with basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
• 35 years of mechanical maintenance experience in a production operations or manufacturing environment.
• Advanced skills in HVAC, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Advanced skills in plumbing, carpentry, piping systems, welding, and PLC programming.
• Strong proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and controls troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, prints, schematics, and OEM manuals.
• Ability to safely operate and use tools and measuring devices such as torque wrenches, calipers, and gauges.
• Competence in servicing conveyors, pumps, motors, VFDs, gearboxes, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely as part of daily work activities.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery, tools, and computer systems.
• Understanding and application of lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and safe work practices.
• Ability to maintain food safety and quality standards, including adherence to SQF requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), such as MaintainX, for work orders and documentation.
• Strong documentation skills with attention to detail in recording work performed, parts usage, and corrective actions.
• Ability to provide clear feedback to planners and supervisors regarding equipment condition and repair needs.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and support initiatives that reduce downtime and scrap.
• Strong teamwork, reliability, and communication skills to support a collaborative maintenance culture.

Why Work Here?

Join a production environment that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement, where your technical expertise directly supports efficient operations and high-quality products. You will work with modern maintenance tools and systems, contribute to a culture of accountability and teamwork, and have the opportunity to shape standard work practices and improvement initiatives. The organization emphasizes clear processes, thorough documentation, and mutual support, creating a professional environment where skilled tradespeople can grow and make a meaningful impact.

Work Environment

This role operates in a beverage manufacturing facility with production machinery, conveyors, pumps, motors, VFDs, gearboxes, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Work involves hands-on maintenance tasks on the plant floor, including preventive and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs around operating equipment. The position requires safe use of hand tools and precision measuring devices, adherence to lockout/tagout procedures, and consistent compliance with food safety, quality, and SQF standards. The environment is fast-paced and production-oriented, with regular interaction with operations and maintenance teams and routine use of a CMMS (MaintainX) and standard office software for documentation and communication.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Pittston, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62000.00 - $75000.00/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.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pittston,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.