As a Maintenance Technician, you will work on hydraulic press machines within a production environment. This role involves handling equipment such as 3-phase motors, pumps, hydraulic and pneumatic presses. You will perform preventive maintenance, manage breakdowns, and document activities within the computer system. You will be responsible for two buildings on the premises (HS1 and HS2).
ResponsibilitiesMaintain, communicate, and follow preventive maintenance schedules for equipment at assigned facilities.Utilize hand tools and power tools to install, set up, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair production equipment, material handling equipment, and building systems.Perform emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment efficiently and accurately.Conduct scheduled maintenance of production equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.Perform advanced repair and maintenance tasks, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repair and maintenance of production machines.Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, blueprints, and schematics to perform required maintenance and service, applying advanced troubleshooting techniques.Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental and safety laws, regulations, and policies, maintaining a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement.Determine, specify, and communicate complete instructions for custom fabrication of tooling and equipment modifications, demonstrating advanced problem-solving skills.Source tooling, parts, supplies, and equipment from outside vendors, subject to approval by management.Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs, ensuring equipment is in optimal condition for production activities.Provide assistance in the maintenance of facility systems and utilities, contributing to the overall efficiency and functionality of the facility.May provide guidance to other maintenance technicians, especially entry-level technicians.
Essential Skills3-5 years of experience in metals manufacturing maintenance.Proficient in advanced shop mathematics and accurately measuring and recording dimensions of equipment and parts.Expertise in diagnosing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment malfunctions using advanced troubleshooting techniques.Mastery in using powered and non-powered hand tools effectively and safely.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read and interpret technical documentation and maintenance records.
Additional Skills & QualificationsNice to have: auto production experience.
Why Work Here?
Join a family-owned company that values long tenure and offers good benefits. Enjoy being part of a team that supports work-life balance and personal growth.
Work Environment
You will be working in a hot, dirty, and loud manufacturing environment with no air conditioning but plenty of fans. Oil is present daily, and there could be spills in certain locations. Free slushies are available during the summer to help beat the heat.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hillside, Illinois.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.49 - $32.13/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 Hillside,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.
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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.
\n \n \nAerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
\n \nThe 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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