**Job Title: Maintenance Technician 25 - 30/hr** Job Description Join a team dedicated to manufacturing Tectum ceiling panels at a unique facility in Newark, Ohio. As the only manufacturer of these panels, which are commonly found in schools, gyms, offices, and military bases, this growing operation is seeking maintenance technicians for the 2nd shift. This is a direct placement position within a union facility, offering full benefits upon union membership. Responsibilities + Perform reactive maintenance on various types of equipment, including conveyor systems, painting equipment, gas-fired dryers, cutting equipment, process piping, dust collection systems, and pumps. + Tear down complex units, assess the extent of malfunctions, repair or replace defective parts, and reassemble the equipment to ensure proper operation. + Conduct troubleshooting and repair of mechanical equipment, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and perform preventive and predictive maintenance. + Install, troubleshoot, and diagnose a wide range of mechanical drive systems. Essential Skills + Mechanical troubleshooting experience. + Ability to understand technical drawings. + Maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. + Proficiency with mechanical drive systems, including gearboxes, sheaves, pulleys, belts, bearings, sprockets, and chains. + Experience with pumps, hydraulics, and pneumatics. + Welding and fabrication skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with boilers and presses. + Electrical troubleshooting skills. + PLC troubleshooting experience, particularly with Allen Bradley systems. + Experience with the installation and diagnostics of VFDs. Why Work Here? Enjoy a supportive work environment with a clothes and tool allowance and 11 paid holidays. Benefit from a position that offers comprehensive benefits as part of a unionized team. Work Environment Work the 2nd shift from 3 PM to 11 PM in a non-climate-controlled facility, which will be hot in summer and cool in winter. Engage in a hands-on role within a dynamic manufacturing process that involves materials that are wet and messy during processing. The facility uses advanced equipment, including conveyors, presses, and dryers, to produce high-quality ceiling panels. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newark, Ohio. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Newark,OH. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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.