Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Employer: Aerotek. **Job Title: Maintenance Technician** **Job Description** The Maintenance Technician maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs production equipment and systems in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on preventive and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of machinery. **Responsibilities** + Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to reduce downtime and extend equipment life. + Carry out reactive maintenance and repairs on machinery, motors, sensors, and related components when issues arise. + Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to identify root causes of equipment failures. + Use mechatronics knowledge to diagnose and resolve issues involving integrated mechanical and electrical systems. + Conduct PLC troubleshooting at the machine level to support equipment operation and resolve basic control issues. + Inspect equipment regularly and document maintenance activities, findings, and repairs performed. + Support manufacturing operations by responding promptly to maintenance requests and minimizing production interruptions. + Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve equipment reliability and performance. + Follow all safety procedures and best practices while working on electrical, mechanical, and powered systems. + Participate in ongoing training to build skills in maintenance, troubleshooting, and manufacturing technologies. **Essential Skills** + Experience or training in preventive and reactive maintenance in a manufacturing or industrial setting. + Knowledge of mechanical systems, including motors, moving components, and mechanical assemblies. + Understanding of electrical systems and components, including sensors and basic motor controls. + Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems and identify leaks, pressure issues, and component failures.