Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description

The Maintenance Technician performs routine installations, repairs, and preventive maintenance on production equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. This role focuses on both electrical and mechanical work, with a strong emphasis on safely troubleshooting issues, supporting continuous improvement, and collaborating closely with production and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine installations, repairs, and maintenance on production equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Safely troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and extend the life of machinery.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot PLCs and other control systems to support automated production processes.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and overall performance.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Assist in the development and implementation of maintenance procedures, schedules, and best practices.
• Provide training and support to other maintenance staff as needed to enhance team capability.
• Assist with audits and inspections conducted by outside agencies.
• Work on a flexible schedule as needed to support production demands.
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays when necessary to maintain equipment and meet operational needs.
• Attend and participate in all training programs required by the company.
• Promote and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) within the plant.
• Demonstrate consistent attendance and work reliability in line with company policies.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma.
• Ability to use basic math skills in daily work.
• Minimum of 2 years in a similar maintenance position or demonstrated aptitude in maintenance-related tasks.
• Strong electrical skills, with approximately 60% of work focused on electrical tasks and 40% on mechanical tasks.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical issues on production equipment.
• Ability to install, maintain, and troubleshoot PLCs and other control systems.
• Well-versed with production machinery including baggers, form fill seal pouchers, auger fillers, cappers, cartoners, labelers, printers, and ribbon mixers.
• Basic plumbing skills for equipment and facility-related tasks.
• Fabricating, welding, and grinding skills for equipment repair and modification.
• Knowledge of pneumatics and related systems.
• Machining skills for creating or modifying parts as needed.
• Ability to read blueprints and basic schematics to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Demonstrated attendance and work reliability.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to and promote Good Manufacturing Practices within the plant.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working with a mix of electrical and mechanical systems in a production environment.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and ability to diagnose complex equipment issues.
• Attention to detail when documenting maintenance activities and repairs.
• Willingness to attend and participate in all required training programs.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with production and engineering teams.
• Interest in ongoing learning and skill development, including potential PCQI certification.
• Strong sense of responsibility regarding safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that invests in your growth through regular training and a generous learning budget, including the opportunity to earn PCQI certification. You benefit from strong health coverage, profit sharing, and a robust retirement contribution that historically exceeds standard levels. The culture emphasizes work-life balance and a genuine family feel, where leadership builds real relationships and people are valued as individuals rather than numbers. The organization offers long-term job security, with a history of avoiding layoffs and independence from public market pressures. You gain exposure to a wide variety of products and equipment, keeping the work engaging and providing daily opportunities to learn and expand your skills.

Work Environment

The role is based in a production plant environment working with a range of machinery, including baggers, form fill seal pouchers, auger fillers, cappers, cartoners, labelers, printers, and ribbon mixers. Work involves both electrical and mechanical tasks, with approximately 60% of responsibilities focused on electrical systems and 40% on mechanical systems. The environment requires strict adherence to safety protocols and Good Manufacturing Practices. The schedule can be flexible, and you may be required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays to support production needs. There is a strict attendance policy during the contract period: three attendance points are allowed in the first 90 days and three points in the final 90 days; one point is assigned for an unexcused absence or no call/no show, and half a point is assigned for clocking in late or leaving early, even by one minute. Using all attendance points may result in termination, so punctuality and reliability are essential. The facility provides structured training programs and expects active participation to maintain high standards of quality and safety.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/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 Bolingbrook,IL.

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.