Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Join our team as an Electrical Maintenance Technician, where you'll play a vital role in supporting high-speed printing, converting, and finishing operations. You will be responsible for performing mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, equipment rebuilds, and facility repairs to ensure reliable, efficient production across a diverse packaging environment.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery and building systems.Inspect, clean, lubricate, and adjust motors, belts, drives, gears, and bearings.Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using schematics, manuals, and diagrams.Use hand/power tools and precision instruments for repairs and installations.Disassemble, rebuild, and reassemble equipment using hoists, cranes, and rigging tools.Install and align new machinery and mechanical systems.Maintain accurate maintenance records and track repair costs.Order and manage parts inventory.Perform general building repairs, including painting, drywall, flooring, doors, and windows.Weld, cut, and fabricate metal components.Build and maintain wooden structures such as benches, partitions, and sheds.Inspect and adjust machine components to meet dimensional specifications.Maintain specialized facility equipment including kitchen, laundry, and office systems.Install and maintain electrical wiring and fixtures per codes and blueprints.Inspect electrical systems for hazards and wear.Test circuits and components using multimeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes.Troubleshoot and repair motors, drives, PLCs, breakers, and transformers.Install conduit, wiring, outlets, and switches.Ensure safety compliance and identify electrical/mechanical hazards.

Essential Skills

Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including low-voltage and 3-phase 460V.Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and parts breakdowns.Machine rebuild experience.Strong skills in preventive maintenance.Basic pipefitting knowledge.Experience with 480V and 110V electrical systems.Ability to diagnose and repair motors, drives, and PLCs.Welding, cutting, and fabrication skills.Experience using hoists, cranes, and rigging equipment.Strong safety awareness and code compliance.Ability to maintain accurate documentation and work independently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Relevant vocational or technical training in industrial maintenance or electrical systems.Current electrician’s license preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Functional knowledge of arc-flash protection equipment and safe electrical work practices.Ability to safely operate conduit benders and other position-specific tools and equipment.Strong ability to read, interpret, and follow schematics and technical diagrams.Capability to program drives and PLCs for troubleshooting and system adjustments.Working knowledge of electrical codes and compliance requirements.Ability to safely and properly operate all tools and equipment required for the role.Willingness and availability to work overtime as needed.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in a clean and climate-controlled environment with new and automated equipment. Be part of a collaborative culture that values team events such as company outings and picnics. Benefit from comprehensive dental, medical, and vision health coverage.

Work Environment

Our facility designs and manufactures high-quality custom paperboard packaging for consumer brands, focusing on innovative printing and efficient production. Work shifts are scheduled from Monday to Friday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $31.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 12, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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