Maintenance Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Maintenance Technician performs a mix of approximately 70% mechanical and 30% electrical maintenance, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of industrial equipment and facility systems in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repair on injection molding machines, overhead cranes, ovens, industrial fans, air conditioning systems, chillers, conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and compressors.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues involving pneumatics, hydraulics, sensors, motors, gears, gearboxes, and drives.
• Conduct electrical troubleshooting on systems up to 480V, including single-phase and three-phase power.
• Carry out MIG and stick welding and perform fabrication work as needed to repair or modify equipment and structures.
• Execute a balanced mix of preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance, with responsibilities split approximately 50/50.
• Read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics to identify issues and plan repairs.
• Maintain and repair building systems and infrastructure as required.
• Inspect motors, pumps, bearings, conveyors, and industrial fans to identify wear, defects, or potential failures.
• Support maintenance of plastic processing and injection molding equipment to ensure consistent production quality.
• Use hand tools and power tools effectively and safely while performing maintenance tasks.
• Document maintenance work performed and communicate equipment status and needs to supervisors and team members.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to minimize downtime and prioritize critical repairs.
• Participate in shift-based work schedules and respond to on-call assignments as needed to support continuous operations.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills with injection molding machines, overhead cranes, ovens, industrial fans, air conditioning systems, chillers, conveyors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and compressors.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480V, including single-phase and three-phase power.
• Experience with industrial maintenance of motors, pumps, bearings, industrial fans, chillers, and conveyors.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting and repair in an industrial environment.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting in an industrial environment.
• Capability to work with pneumatics and hydraulics, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience using overhead cranes in maintenance or industrial settings.
• Ability to perform MIG and stick welding and basic fabrication.
• Ownership and use of personal tools suitable for industrial maintenance work.
• Experience performing both preventative and reactive maintenance on industrial equipment.

Why Work Here? This direct hire opportunity offers long-term stability with a growing organization that continues to expand its facilities. The company supports work-life balance and provides a structured benefits package that begins the first month following 60 days of employment. Paid time off is accrued weekly, including up to 56 hours of sick time and 80 hours of PTO annually. Employees may also be eligible for a sign-on bonus, with payments offered at milestones during the first six months.

The culture emphasizes growth, reliability, and supporting employees as the business scales its operations. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a manufacturing environment. The facility operates multiple buildings and uses industrial equipment including injection molding machines, overhead cranes, ovens, industrial fans, AC systems, chillers, conveyors, compressors, and related support systems. Openings are available on 2nd and 3rd shifts. The 2nd shift runs Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The 3rd shift runs from Sunday night through Friday morning, 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. New hires need to be available to train on 1st shift for an initial period.

Voluntary overtime is available, and team members rotate on-call responsibilities to support ongoing operations. The environment is industrial and hands-on, requiring adherence to safety procedures and use of appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Defiance, OH.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $74880.00/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. Work life balance

Benefits go into effect the first month following 60 days of employment. (See me for the benefits package)

PTO is accrued on a weekly basis. Yearly they can accrue 56 hours of sick time and 80 hours of PTO

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Defiance,OH.

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.