Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical & Robotics Technician Lead to lead onsite technical operations, guide maintenance teams, and ensure the reliability of advanced automated packaging and distribution systems. In this role, you’ll serve as a subject‑matter expert for mechanical, electrical, and robotic equipment—driving continuous improvement, supporting complex troubleshooting, and mentoring both service and contract technicians.

This position offers competitive pay ($35.00/hr). You must be willing to work any shift, with openings on 1st and 3rd shift across front‑half or back‑half of the week.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safe working environment by following and enforcing all safety protocols.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize conveyor systems and automated material-handling equipment.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot:
  • Relay logic & ladder diagrams
  • Control components, photo-eyes, motor starters, limit switches
  • Proximity sensors, solenoids, and related electrical systems
• Accurately create and close work orders—including labor hours, parts used, and equipment notes.
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional partners across facility operations.
• Develop training programs and emergency repair strategies for critical assets.
• Perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 49 lbs, standing/walking for up to 12 hours (with or without accommodation).
• Travel up to 20% as needed for trainings.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends, nights, holidays, and multiple shift types.
• Minimum 1 year of PC proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Technology preferred.
• 2+ years experience in automated conveyor systems & industrial controls.
• 2+ years conducting preventative maintenance on automated equipment.
• 2+ years reading and interpreting blueprints and electrical schematics.
• 2+ years working with PLC-controlled systems.
• Proven leadership experience and vendor/contractor coordination.
• Hands-on experience with robotics, automated MHE, and industrial safety standards.

Why Work Here?

Join a globally recognized industry leader known for world‑class training and advancement.

• Formal training on high‑speed automation and robotics.
• Strong upward mobility—80% of conversions still active after one year, with 50% earning promotions within their first year.
• Access to opportunities across 1,200+ U.S. facilities.
• Supportive, entrepreneurial culture—collaborative, team driven, and never micromanaged.

Work Environment

Work inside a large, highly automated distribution center featuring advanced robotics and high‑speed equipment. Expect to work on a 10‑12 hour shifts depending on chosen schedule (1st or 3rd shift, front‑half or back‑half). Performance is measured clearly and fairly using data—not micromanagement.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Niagara Falls, NY.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Niagara Falls,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.