Maintenance Technician

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Maintenance Technician Job Description The Maintenance Technician supports reliable plant operations by performing multi-craft maintenance on production equipment, facilities, and grounds. This role focuses on troubleshooting, mechanical and electrical repairs, and routine preventive maintenance to keep equipment running safely and efficiently and to minimize production downtime. Responsibilities Perform general, non-specialized maintenance tasks on equipment, buildings, and grounds as required. Carry out a variety of general maintenance activities, including painting, bolting, welding, machining, simple plumbing, heating and air service, and electrical connections and disconnections. Make general repairs to production equipment, including pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems. Diagnose and repair issues on production lines to return equipment to production state in a timely manner and reduce downtime. Perform electrical troubleshooting on systems including 480V power, relays, sensors, and 3-phase motors. Conduct preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment to improve reliability and extend equipment life. Collaborate with other maintenance team members to identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions. Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used in accordance with site procedures. Essential Skills Demonstrated experience with PLC troubleshooting. Hands-on experience with hydraulic repair and troubleshooting. Hands-on experience with pneumatic repair and troubleshooting. Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including work with 480V systems. Ability to work safely with relays, sensors, and 3-phase motors. Proven capability as a true multi-craft technician with both mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills. Experience performing preventive maintenance on production equipment. Ability to read and interpret equipment conditions to quickly restore machines to production state. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC systems. Background in welding, machining, and basic fabrication is beneficial. Experience with simple plumbing and basic HVAC service is a plus. Comfort working on a variety of production and facility systems in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Good communication skills to coordinate with production and maintenance colleagues. Why Work Here? You will join a team that invests in your well-being, growth, and long-term success. While on contract, you receive paid holidays. When you transition to permanent status, you benefit from two weeks of paid vacation (accrued biweekly and prorated if hired mid-year), one week of sick leave, and 11 company-paid holidays. A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with short- and long-term disability. The retirement program offers 401(k) matching at 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2%. You can take advantage of health and wellness programs, gym reimbursement, and educational assistance of up to $7,000 per year to support your professional development. The company also promotes a positive and engaging culture through sponsored events and offers generous product discounts. Work Environment The role is based in a clean production and maintenance environment that is not climate controlled, so temperatures may vary with the seasons. Typical shift times are 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with overtime as needed to support production demands. You will work with a variety of industrial equipment and systems, including PLC-controlled machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic components, and electrical systems up to 480V. The environment emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on problem solving while maintaining equipment reliability and supporting ongoing operations. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr. 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 Portland,TN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.

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.