Maintenance Technician

Industrial Maintenance Technician - 2nd

Shift Location:

Mt.

Sterling, KY Industry:

Automotive Manufacturing Shift:

2nd

Shift Pay:

($27-40) Automotive manufacturing facility in Mt. Sterling, KY, is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician for 2nd shift . This role is critical to ensuring production equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably. The ideal candidate has strong industrial electrical and PLC troubleshooting experience , along with solid mechanical aptitude in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Technicians work cross-functionally with production, engineering, and quality teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, minimize downtime, and implement cost‑effective process improvements that support production and quality objectives. Essential Functions Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions using electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and PLC programs Repair and maintain electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems Set up and prepare equipment for production runs Provide technical support to all areas of plant production and facility systems Read, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, robot, and vision programs to correct issues or improve performance Maintain compliance with all safety regulations and keep a clean, organized work area Communicate effectively with team members and document maintenance activities Required Skills & Experience Strong industrial electrical troubleshooting skills Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and diagrams PLC troubleshooting experience in an online environment (connecting via handheld or laptop) = PLC platforms include Omron and Allen‑Bradley (RSLogix 500 or similar) Experience with sensors, relays, motors, wiring, and electrical control systems Mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting experience Preventive maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting Comfortable working with computers and programs such as Microsoft Excel Minimum Qualifications 2‑year technical degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, or related field OR equivalent hands‑on experience 3-5 years of industrial or electrical maintenance experience Working knowledge of PLC systems (Omron, Allen‑Bradley, or Mitsubishi) Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic prints Experience with robots and servos Strong communication skills, self‑motivated, and well‑organized Preferred Qualifications Advanced troubleshooting and program modification experience with Omron PLCs Allen‑Bradley PLC experience Ability to read and modify robot programs Experience with ABB robots Servo experience (IAI and/or Mitsubishi) Automotive manufacturing experience Why work here? Stable automotive manufacturing environment Technically advanced equipment with PLCs, robotics, and automation Opportunity to grow technical skills and advance within maintenance and automation Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Mount Sterling, KY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $49920.00 - $70720.00/yr.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• 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 Mount Sterling,KY.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026.

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.