**Job Title: Maintenance Technician** Job Description The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing automated packaging equipment and various other machinery. This role requires a proactive approach to ensure the optimal performance and reliability of all equipment. Responsibilities + Conduct daily preventative maintenance on packaging and production equipment, including pumps, gearboxes, and motors. + Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair various types of machinery to maintain operating efficiency. + Make necessary adjustments and repairs to machines. + Install bearings, seals, belts, chains, and other parts/components of automated packaging equipment. + Work with pneumatics and hydraulics systems. + Perform machinery lubrication and operate manual milling, lathe, band saw, and presses. + Read and interpret blueprints and schematics for equipment installation and repair. + Assist in identifying and ordering spare parts. + Develop basic daily plans to ensure maximum productivity without compromising quality or safety. Essential Skills + Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance experience or enrollment in a mechanical and technical program. + Experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing industrial equipment and machinery. + Understanding of industrial equipment, basic electricity, pneumatics, and hydraulics. + Proficiency with hand tools and power tools for equipment maintenance. + Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with shop equipment such as mills, lathes, band saws, and presses is a plus. + PLC knowledge will be advantageous. + Strong problem-solving and communication skills. + Ability to ask effective questions when needed. Why Work Here? Join a dynamic team that values innovation and efficiency. We offer opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative environment where your skills will be honed and appreciated. Enjoy a supportive work culture that promotes work-life balance and continuous learning. Work Environment Work in a technologically advanced facility equipped with modern machinery and tools. The role requires adherence to safety standards and protocols. You will be part of a team that encourages knowledge sharing and teamwork, fostering a constructive and supportive atmosphere. Job Type & Location This is a Contract-To-Hire position based out of Nashville, Illinois. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $36.51 - $37.01/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 Nashville,IL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.