Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Machine Repair Technician
Job Description
- This role focuses on maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting heavy stamping presses and supporting welding and robotic equipment
- You will work primarily in the stamping area, performing mechanical, hydraulic, and welding repairs, and supporting automation systems to keep production running safely and efficiently
Job Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical repair and maintenance on transfer and progressive stamping presses ranging from 400 to 2,000 tons, including Danley and Ravne brands
- Diagnose and repair brakes, clutches, gears, and bearings on stamping presses and related equipment
- Use a 40-foot man lift to access and perform brake and clutch adjustments at the top of the presses, following all safety procedures
- Conduct hydraulic system repairs, including replacement of hydraulic motors, pumps, and hoses
- Perform MIG and stick welding to repair and maintain equipment and components in the stamping area
- Collaborate with weld technicians who handle most robot-related issues, and support heavier-duty mechanical and hydraulic repairs when machine repair is called in
Essential Skills
- Strong mechanical repair and maintenance skills, specifically on heavy industrial equipment such as stamping presses
- Proven experience replacing brakes, clutches, gears, and bearings on large mechanical systems
- Hands-on experience working with hydraulic systems, including hydraulic motors, pumps, and hoses
- Ability to perform MIG and stick welding for equipment repair and fabrication
- Comfort and competence using a 40-foot man lift to perform adjustments and repairs at height
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and hydraulic issues in a fast-paced production environment
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Royal Oak, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $34.05 - $34.05/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 Royal Oak,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.