Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description
- The Maintenance Technician will independently maintain, repair, and improve hydraulic-driven presses and auxiliary equipment
- This role focuses on diagnosing and resolving mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, supporting production uptime across multiple shifts, and contributing to ongoing equipment upgrades and facility improvements
Job Responsibilities
- Independently modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot various types of injection presses and auxiliary equipment in a rubber manufacturing environment
- Diagnose mechanical problems and provide quick, innovative solutions for equipment breakdowns using advanced skills in mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal work, and troubleshooting
- Identify and resolve electrical faults and failures by performing control system analysis and interpreting PLC ladder logic diagrams
- Maintain and troubleshoot plant support equipment including air compressors, chillers, water towers, and fire systems
- Support timely and effective line handovers between shifts by completing accurate documentation and clearly briefing the Maintenance team and Production Supervisors on progress and issues
- Independently conduct preventive maintenance activities according to established PM schedules and standards
- Train other team members to perform equipment changeovers, setups, and takedowns safely and efficiently
- Recommend and implement solutions to both routine and unique equipment problems, including fabricating or modifying components when needed
- Respond to equipment issues promptly and in a customer-focused manner to minimize downtime
- Solve problems independently in line with standard guidelines and procedures, and develop new procedures for non-routine or complex issues as required
- Maintain high standards of organization and housekeeping in all work areas
Essential Skills
- 7+ years of maintenance experience in a Tier 1 manufacturing environment
- 5+ years of electrical troubleshooting experience on industrial machinery
- 5+ years of hydraulic troubleshooting experience
- Proven ability to independently modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on presses and auxiliary equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude, including advanced skills in mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal work, and troubleshooting
- Ability to navigate PLCs to identify issues and interpret PLC ladder logic diagrams for control system analysis
- Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance programs and scheduled PM activities
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Auburn Hills, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $74817.60 - $74817.60/yr.
direct hire, benefits start 1st of the month following hire date.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Auburn Hills,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 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.
Company DescriptionWe 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.