Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Maintenance Technician IIJob Description
The Maintenance Technician II troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and support continuous production in a fast-paced industrial environment. This role requires strong mechanical, electrical, and PLC troubleshooting skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively on a 12-hour night shift schedule.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair manufacturing equipment to minimize production downtime.
- Perform electrical troubleshooting on 24V, 120V, and 480V systems, including three-phase electrical wiring.
- Conduct mechanical repairs and perform preventive maintenance on conveyors and other production equipment.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to support maintenance activities.
- Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure reliable equipment operation.
- Use PLC troubleshooting and ladder logic to identify and resolve control system issues.
- Utilize CMMS and work order systems to document maintenance activities, track repairs, and support maintenance planning.
- Perform root cause analysis to identify underlying issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Support automated manufacturing equipment, including automation systems and related controls.
- Apply safety practices, including proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, to maintain a safe working environment.
- Participate in predictive and preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and performance.
- Communicate clearly with team members and leadership regarding equipment status, issues, and completed work.
- Assist with or lead maintenance tasks related to continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
Essential Skills
- Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or production environment (3+ years preferred).
- Strong PLC troubleshooting skills, including ladder logic analysis.
- Electrical troubleshooting experience with 24V, 120V, 480V, and three-phase systems.
- Mechanical maintenance and repair skills, including preventive maintenance on production equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
- Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Experience maintaining conveyors and production equipment.
- Proficiency with CMMS and work order systems.
- Demonstrated root cause analysis and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong understanding of safety practices, including lockout/tagout (LOTO).
- Experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Comfort working a 12-hour night shift schedule in a production environment.
- Professional communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- PLC programming experience with platforms such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens.
- Robotics maintenance experience.
- Knowledge of servo motors and motion control systems.
- Experience with HMI troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with industrial networking.
- Exposure to predictive maintenance technologies.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Welding and fabrication skills.
- CNC equipment maintenance experience.
- Ability to participate in or lead capital projects and operational improvement efforts.
Why Work Here?
You will join a team-focused environment that invests in your well-being, growth, and long-term success. From day one, you receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with company-paid life insurance and disability coverage. A competitive compensation package is supported by a 401(k) plan, employee discounts, paid time off, and paid holidays. You can advance your career through tuition reimbursement, ongoing training, and opportunities to contribute to capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives. You also gain access to an Employee Assistance Program and a collaborative culture centered on safety, integrity, innovation, and teamwork.
Work Environment
This role is based in an indoor, non-climate-controlled manufacturing and production facility. You will work a 2-2-3 rotating night schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, which provides every other weekend off. The environment is fast-paced and industrial, with exposure to automated equipment, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and complex electrical systems. You will regularly use tools and technologies such as PLCs, CMMS/work order systems, electrical schematics, blueprints, and industrial control systems while adhering to strict safety and lockout/tagout procedures.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rocky Mount, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.50 - $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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Rocky Mount,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 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.