Maintenance Technician $28-35/hr in Lansing

Job Description

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be tasked with repairing and maintaining pneumatic systems, automation equipment, and performing basic PLC edits. You will be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment, conducting major equipment repairs and rebuilds, and installing and configuring new automated systems. Additionally, you will respond promptly to alarms, breakdowns, and production requests to minimize downtime, maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, and use the Equipment Management System (EMS) for inventory and issue tracking.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain pneumatic systems, automation equipment, and perform basic PLC edits.Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment.Perform major equipment repairs and rebuilds, including occasional weekends and holidays.Install and configure new automated systems, including wiring, controllers, and sensors.Respond promptly to alarms, breakdowns, and production requests to minimize downtime.Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage.Use Equipment Management System (EMS) for inventory and issue tracking.Conduct daily equipment checks during production up and downtime.Adhere to all safety protocols such as LOTO, 5-S, and Arc Flash, and lead by example.

Essential Skills

1-2+ years in industrial machine repair with basic mechanical and electrical knowledge in a manufacturing environment.1-2+ years working with production and processing equipment.Ability to read and interpret mechanical assembly blueprints/drawings and schematic diagrams.Solid electrical knowledge, including understanding electrical requirements and hazards.Troubleshooting skills using voltmeter (AC/DC voltage) and diagnosing issues.Proficient with pneumatics including solenoid valves, actuators, and control operations.Computer skills, including job-specific applications and ability to coach others.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Possess a valid Driver’s License.Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, including climbing, bending, twisting, standing, dexterity, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.Ability to operate in confined spaces.Preferably able to work any shift, weekends, and holidays.Prefer a Vocational Certificate or Associate Degree, or equivalent relevant experience.Prefer a Journeyman’s certificate or equivalent.

Why Work Here?

Our company offers fully paid medical benefits, 17 paid holidays, and 3 weeks of vacation. Enjoy the convenience of an on-site cafeteria and benefit from tuition and schooling paid programs. We also offer a 10% shift premium for 2nd shift hours and a 6% shift premium for 3rd shift hours. By March 2026, we will be running 12-hour shifts with a 48/36 rotation and double time if working 7 consecutive days.

Work Environment

With around 550 employees and 35 Technicians, we are expanding our team by hiring an additional 70 Technicians. Our facility plays a key role in the growing EV supply chain in North America.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lansing, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $72800.00/yr.

The company offers 100% company paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees and their eligible dependents. This means that no funds are deducted from an employees’ paycheck for medical, dental, and vision benefits. Benefits start the first of the month from when you start. They provide $110 per week for employees to pay for babysitting services through a user-friendly app.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lansing,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 9, 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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