Maintenance Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Maintenance Technician supports production and facility operations by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on machinery, tooling, and building systems. This role focuses on minimizing equipment downtime, ensuring safe and reliable operation of manufacturing equipment, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts across the facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on production machinery, tooling, and facility equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliable operation.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to support continuous production.
• Conduct electrical troubleshooting and repairs within current skill level and qualifications, while deferring advanced electrical work to electrically qualified technicians.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repair calls to support production schedules and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions, identify root causes, and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications to improve performance and support new production needs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and preventative maintenance documentation in QT9 or other designated systems.
• Support and execute preventative maintenance activities using QT9 or similar maintenance management tools.
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, and Operations teams to prioritize repairs, improvements, and maintenance activities.
• Support spare parts identification, ensure appropriate parts are specified, and communicate needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company safety policies, OSHA standards, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance work area at all times.
• Perform general building maintenance, including lighting, HVAC support, plumbing, and minor carpentry as needed.
• Conduct routine inspections of facility systems to identify potential issues, safety hazards, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with vendor coordination for outsourced maintenance or specialized repairs when required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability, uptime, and overall facility efficiency.
• Provide maintenance support at additional company locations as needed.
• Participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and audits as required by company policy.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to support operations.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and repair production machinery and equipment.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills within defined qualifications and comfort level.
• Hands-on experience working with pneumatic systems and troubleshooting machines in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of preventative maintenance practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety in all maintenance activities.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, and Operations teams.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple work orders, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Background in automotive mechanics or similar mechanical experience is highly relevant for this role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electrical experience is a plus; advanced electrical skills are not required for all technicians.
• Familiarity with 480V and 3-phase electrical systems is preferred for electrically qualified technicians.
• Exposure to PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives) is preferred for technicians performing electrical work.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems such as QT9 or similar platforms.
• General building maintenance experience, including lighting, HVAC support, plumbing, and minor carpentry.
• Demonstrated ability to support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability and facility efficiency.
• Willingness to provide maintenance support at additional company locations when needed.

Why Work Here? You join a team that values hands-on expertise, safety, and continuous improvement, with real opportunities to grow from within the organization. As you develop your skills and demonstrate your impact, you can advance into more specialized or senior roles. Once converted to a full-time employee, you gain access to benefits that support your long-term stability and well-being, while working in an environment that appreciates practical problem-solving, collaboration, and reliability.

Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a metal tubing manufacturing plant with a shop environment that uses older machinery and equipment. The position is very physical and involves regular movement around the production floor, working on and around large industrial machines. The facility is not temperature controlled, so conditions will vary with the seasons, and the environment can be loud due to ongoing production activities. Personal protective equipment is provided, including ear plugs and safety glasses, and steel-toe footwear is required. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., supporting daytime production operations in a busy manufacturing setting.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of King Of Prussia, PA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/hr. 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. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in King Of Prussia,PA.

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.