**Job Title: Maintenance Technician** **Job Description** The Maintenance Technician is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the operation of all plant systems and equipment, including conveyor belts, gearboxes, electrical motors, pulleys, shafts, bearings, packaging equipment, and freezers. This position must respond to all system failures by taking appropriate corrective action, ensuring systems are operational, safe, and efficient. **Responsibilities** + Perform preventive maintenance inspections and diagnose, repair, and rebuild major equipment components. + Establish and adjust work procedures to meet production schedules, advising when additional work is needed. + Manage multiple priorities and perform service calls for emergency breakdowns. + Work under limited supervision and maintain a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends. + Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with safety standards. + Install, adjust, and repair packaging equipment to optimize performance. + Troubleshoot and analyze problems with machines and systems. **Essential Skills** + Electrical troubleshooting and repair. + Mechanical and hydraulic systems maintenance. + Proficient in preventive maintenance techniques. + Strong skills in pneumatics and welding fabrication. + Knowledge of single and three-phase electrical systems and control systems. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Two years of experience with electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic repairs on industrial food manufacturing equipment. + Ability to lift 50 lbs. + Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States. + Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy a 4% match on your 401k and take advantage of catered lunches for a nominal fee. Benefit from a supportive work environment that values your contributions and offers opportunities for growth. **Work Environment** This position involves working in a food manufacturing setting, with shifts starting between 1-5 pm and lasting 10-12 hours. The work environment requires adherence to safety standards and may include flexible scheduling to support facility needs. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr. Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Elk River,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 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.