Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining and repairing production floor equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment to minimize downtime and support continuous operations. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, complete work orders efficiently, and contribute to process improvements while working safely with a variety of tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production floor equipment to minimize unplanned downtime and keep manufacturing lines running efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and HVAC systems on production machinery.
• Complete assigned work orders accurately and in a timely manner, documenting work performed and parts used.
• Identify and recommend process improvement opportunities to increase equipment reliability, safety, and productivity.
• Assist electricians and the preventative maintenance crew with scheduled maintenance, repairs, and equipment upgrades as needed.
• Perform weld fabrication for guards, stands, tables, workbenches, and other plant fixtures or components as required.
• Operate all maintenance tools, lifts, and equipment safely and in accordance with established procedures and regulations.
• Support adherence to ISO 9001, IATF, and customer-specific requirements through proper maintenance practices and documentation.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance team members to prioritize tasks and resolve equipment issues effectively.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors, peers, and other departments regarding equipment status, repair needs, and safety concerns.

Essential Skills

• Completion of an Industrial Maintenance apprenticeship program or equivalent industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and welding principles used in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting and repair of production machinery and equipment.
• Ability to work safely with hydraulics, pneumatics, and other energy sources during maintenance activities.
• Experience with maintenance troubleshooting, including identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Ability to assist with or perform HVAC-related maintenance and repair tasks.
• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) sufficient to support troubleshooting and machine repair.
• Strong communication skills to clearly convey issues, updates, and instructions to team members and leadership.
• Solid organization skills to manage multiple work orders, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate records.
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Reach truck, scissor lift, forklift, and crane licenses or the ability to obtain these licenses.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF standards and how they apply to maintenance activities.
• Understanding of customer-specific requirements in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Experience working as a maintenance technician in a high-volume manufacturing or automotive setting.
• Comfort using a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to support and collaborate with electricians and preventative maintenance teams.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jonesville, MI.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $49.00/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 Jonesville,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 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.