Roving Maintenance Tech $30-$45/hr + Commission!

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Traveling Service Maintenance Technician $30-$45/hr + Commission!

Job Description

The Traveling Service Maintenance Technician diagnoses, repairs, aligns, maintains, and rebuilds industrial manufacturing equipment at customer sites. This hands-on field role covers mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems on CNC machines, lathes, press brakes, grinders, band saws, laser and plasma cutting systems, and other fabrication equipment. The technician minimizes customer downtime, optimizes machine performance, and serves as the primary service representative in the field.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer manufacturing sites to perform machine diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on CNC and other industrial equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues to identify root causes of machine failures.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical manuals to guide repair and maintenance activities.
• Use multimeters and other diagnostic tools to identify electrical faults, control issues, and component failures.
• Disassemble industrial machinery and components for inspection, repair, and replacement of worn or failed parts.
• Reassemble machinery to manufacturer or customer specifications, ensuring proper function, alignment, and safety.
• Perform machine alignments, calibrations, and accuracy checks to maintain precision and production quality.
• Repair or replace bearings, belts, ball screws, motors, sensors, pumps, valves, and other critical machine components.
• Diagnose and resolve spindle, axis, lubrication, hydraulic, and control system problems to restore full machine performance.
• Conduct preventive maintenance including detailed inspections, lubrication, calibration, and replacement of wear components.
• Assist with machine rebuilds, refurbishments, retrofits, and new equipment installations at customer facilities.
• Document work performed, communicate findings and recommendations to customers, and provide basic operator guidance when needed.
• Represent the company professionally at customer sites, maintaining strong customer relationships and clear communication.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of maintenance experience working on CNC equipment, presses, lasers, or other industrial machines.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience using multimeters and electrical troubleshooting equipment in an industrial environment.
• Solid knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems and their interaction in machine operation.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex machine issues independently from initial diagnosis through final repair.
• Effective customer service and communication skills, including the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical users.
• Capability to perform mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs safely and efficiently in a production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience disassembling, rebuilding, and reassembling industrial machines and subassemblies.
• Background performing machine alignments, calibrations, and precision repairs on CNC or similar equipment.
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting and control systems in manufacturing environments.
• Comfort working with a variety of industrial equipment such as CNC machines, lathes, press brakes, grinders, band saws, and laser or plasma cutting systems.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset with attention to detail and a focus on minimizing equipment downtime.
• Ability to work independently in the field, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing service schedules.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing startup with the opportunity to advance your career as the organization expands nationally. The company offers paid time off, health insurance, and commission bonuses that reward your contribution and performance. You can qualify for the use of a company vehicle in the future, and you will have a direct impact on shaping service standards and processes as the business grows. The culture values initiative, independence, and professional growth, providing room to build your skills and take on increasing responsibility.

Work Environment

This is a field-based role traveling to different manufacturing shops across Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, and surrounding areas, with territory generally aligned to your home location. You start your workday from home, and all service work is scheduled in advance to provide structure and predictability. You can be home every night if you prefer local travel, or you may choose overnight travel with per diem and hotel costs covered. The position includes 12 weeks of onboarding and training in Illinois. You will work in active industrial environments around CNC machines, presses, lasers, and other fabrication equipment, using standard diagnostic and repair tools, including multimeters and other test equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $93600.00/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.

Startup company, opportunity to grow with them as they take it national. PTO, health insurance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN.

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.