Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob Description

The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in keeping production equipment operating safely and efficiently in a window extrusion manufacturing facility. You will focus on troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing industrial machinery and systems, using your electrical and mechanical maintenance expertise to minimize downtime and support continuous production.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
• Perform industrial maintenance tasks in a manufacturing environment, including routine inspections and corrective repairs.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including working with 480V power, AC/DC circuits, and three-phase motors.
• Maintain and repair mechanical systems such as hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, sprockets, pulleys, and belts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation to identify issues and plan repairs.
• Conduct PLC-related maintenance and basic troubleshooting to support automated equipment.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce unexpected equipment breakdowns and extend asset life.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize work and minimize downtime.
• Follow safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment while working on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used in accordance with facility standards.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years of electrical maintenance experience, including 480V systems, AC/DC theory, and three-phase motors.
• Minimum 2 years of mechanical maintenance experience, including hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, sprockets, pulleys, and belts.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for both electrical and mechanical equipment issues.
• Hands-on experience as a maintenance mechanic in an industrial setting.
• Ability to perform PLC maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Comfort working with 480V electrical systems while following proper safety protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting production equipment in a window extrusion or similar manufacturing facility.
• Ability to work effectively on both daylight and overnight 2-2-3 schedules, as needed.
• Strong attention to detail when diagnosing equipment issues and performing repairs.
• Ability to work in a loud, fast-paced production environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with production and maintenance teams.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a stable role in a growing facility where maintenance positions are open due to expansion rather than high turnover. The organization maintains low turnover across most departments, reflecting a supportive and consistent work culture. Team members benefit from substantial overtime opportunities, especially on the 2-2-3 schedule, allowing motivated individuals to increase their earnings. The environment values reliability, hands-on technical skills, and long-term development, providing a place where experienced maintenance professionals can build a lasting career.

Work Environment

This role is based in a window extrusion manufacturing facility with a production floor that can be loud at times; ear plugs are provided to support hearing protection. Multiple shift options are available, including a daylight shift from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., as well as 2-2-3 schedules running from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. The work involves regular interaction with industrial machinery, electrical systems up to 480V, mechanical components such as hydraulics and pneumatics, and PLC-controlled equipment. The environment is hands-on and production-focused, with significant overtime opportunities for those working on the 2-2-3 schedule.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OAKMONT, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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 OAKMONT,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.

\nCompany Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.