Maintenance Technician
Aerotek
**Job Title: Maintenance Technician**
**Job Description**
We are seeking a highly skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our operations team. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our industrial machinery and systems. You’ll be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing equipment used in manufacturing and production environments.
**Responsibilities**
+ Inspect and diagnose machinery and equipment to identify malfunctions or wear.
+ Repair and replace defective components such as gears, bearings, valves, motors, and sensors.
+ Use diagnostic tools (e.g., voltmeters, PLC interfaces) to test and troubleshoot issues and verify repairs.
+ Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
+ Install new machines and ensure proper integration with existing systems.
+ Maintain equipment cleanliness and lubrication for optimal performance.
+ Document maintenance activities, parts used, and equipment status accurately.
+ Follow OSHA and company safety protocols during all maintenance tasks.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proven experience in industrial maintenance or mechanical repair.
+ Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
+ Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, and control systems.
+ Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
+ Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy equipment.
+ High school diploma or GED; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience in manufacturing, food processing, or heavy industry.
+ Knowledge of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
+ Welding or fabrication skills.
+ 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
+ Ability to wire up 3 phase motors.
+ Troubleshoot and repair on pumps, gearboxes, and hydraulic systems.
**Why Work Here?**
Join a dynamic team where your skills in maintenance are valued and put to use in an environment that fosters growth and development. Enjoy a collaborative work culture focused on safety and efficiency, and benefit from opportunities for professional advancement.
**Work Environment**
Work in an automotive supplier setting on the night shift from 6pm to 6am, Monday to Friday, with every other weekend off. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment with the latest industrial technologies and equipment.
**Location**
Based out of Gluckstadt, Mississippi.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Gluckstadt,MS.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
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.
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