Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description
The Maintenance Technician II supports the Operations Maintenance team by installing, maintaining, and repairing material handling, automated packaging, and distribution equipment, including conveyor and pneumatic systems. This role focuses on troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues, performing preventative and predictive maintenance, and ensuring safe and reliable operation of material handling equipment throughout a high-volume facility.
Responsibilities
- Promote a safe working environment by consistently following all safety procedures and guidelines.
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance routines on material handling equipment and pneumatic systems, ensuring all work is properly documented.
- Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems on Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including belts, motors, photo-eyes, relays, and related components.
- Install, maintain, and repair automated packaging and distribution equipment to support continuous operations.
- Conduct predictive maintenance procedures to identify and address potential equipment failures before they occur.
- Read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
- Use a multimeter and other diagnostic tools to test and verify electrical and electronic systems.
- Maintain accurate tracking and storage of department inventory, including parts and tools.
- Collaborate and maintain positive working relationships with team members and other departments across the operations facility.
- Move and handle equipment and materials weighing up to 49 lbs, and perform tasks that require standing and walking for shifts lasting up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Travel between departments, floors, and areas of the property as needed to complete maintenance tasks.
- Crouch, kneel, squat, climb steps and ladders, and reach above the head to install, service, or move equipment.
- Use a computer and related systems, including a stand-up desk, for documentation and maintenance-related tasks for up to 1–2 hours per day.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of experience working with automated conveyor systems and controls.
- At least 2 years of experience in the repair and maintenance of material handling equipment.
- At least 2 years of experience performing predictive and preventative maintenance procedures.
- At least 1 year of experience reading blueprints and electrical schematics.
- At least 1 year of experience applying electrical and electronic principles in a maintenance environment.
- Ability to use a multimeter for electrical testing and troubleshooting.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and repair MHE components such as belts, motors, photo-eyes, and relays.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and work safely around moving machinery and electrical systems.
- Physical ability to lift up to 49 lbs and stand and walk for up to 12-hour shifts, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher from a vocational school or college with a focus in Mechanical or Electrical fields.
- 2 or more years of apprenticeship or equivalent experience in Mechanical or Electrical disciplines.
- Experience applying Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and applicable safety standards.
- Project management experience, including planning and coordinating maintenance or improvement projects.
- Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for work orders, maintenance planning, and documentation.
- Experience with robotic operation and maintenance in an industrial or distribution environment.
- Ability to troubleshoot basic input and output (I/O) functions on automated systems.
- Comfort working in environments with fluctuating temperatures and performing tasks that require frequent bending, crouching, and climbing.
- Ability to wear and work with required personal protective equipment, including mask, face shield, and composite-toed boots.
Why Work Here?
You will join a high-performing maintenance team that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The role offers exposure to advanced automation, robotics, and material handling technologies, providing strong opportunities to grow your technical skills and advance your career in mechanical and electrical maintenance. You will work in an environment that recognizes the importance of reliable equipment, encourages proactive problem-solving, and supports ongoing learning and development.
Work Environment
This role is based in a large, fast-paced operations facility that uses automated conveyor systems, pneumatic systems, material handling equipment, and robotics to support packaging and distribution activities. You will work on-site, frequently moving between departments, floors, and different areas of the property, walking an estimated 6 to 12 miles per day. The position involves standing and walking for extended periods, shifts that may last up to 12 hours, and regular lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs. You will often kneel, squat, crouch, climb steps and ladders, and reach above your head while installing or servicing equipment, including bending at the waist or through the legs and spine. The environment includes fluctuating temperatures, and you will regularly perform tasks while wearing required personal protective equipment such as a mask, face shield, and composite-toed boots. The role also requires periodic computer-based work, including documentation and system use, typically at a standard or stand-up desk for 1–2 hours per day.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.50 - $32.50/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 Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 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.