**Job Title: Maintenance Technician** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, inspect and lubricate machinery, and collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance activities. **Responsibilities** + Perform routine and preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime. + Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to resolve equipment malfunctions promptly. + Inspect, clean, and lubricate machinery components to prevent equipment failures and ensure smooth operations. + Perform diagnostic tests to identify issues, interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams to determine appropriate repair methods. + Use hand and power tools, precision measuring instruments, and testing equipment to perform maintenance tasks accurately and safely. + Collaborate with production teams to schedule and coordinate maintenance activities, minimizing disruption to manufacturing processes. + Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance, repairs, and inspections using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). + Assist in the installation, modification, and relocation of machinery and equipment as needed. + Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify maintenance needs, including plumbing, HVAC, lighting, and other general maintenance tasks. + Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies while performing maintenance activities. + Identify opportunities for process improvement and make recommendations to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency. + Keep abreast of advancements in equipment technology, industry standards, and best practices in maintenance techniques. **Essential Skills** + Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician or similar role in a manufacturing or industrial setting. + Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems. + Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment. + Knowledge of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and experience with electrical wiring and control systems. + Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) for tracking and documenting maintenance activities. + Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams. + Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve equipment issues promptly. + Good physical stamina and manual dexterity to perform repairs and maintenance tasks. + Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety protocols. + Effective communication skills and the ability to work well independently or as part of a team. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with welding and electrical troubleshooting. + Knowledge of industrial motors and electrical maintenance. **Why Work Here?** We offer a competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, a 401k retirement plan, military reserve pay offset, and paid maternity leave. Our company has a great reputation within the industry with good benefits and pay progression, along with opportunities for career advancement. **Work Environment** This role is based in a hands-on environment at our Modular Mission Critical manufacturing campus. The Maintenance Technician will manage the maintenance of facilities and manufacturing tools, oversee on-site maintenance staff and contractors, develop and implement Total Product Maintenance (TPM) plans, and use our InfraLink management system to track preventive and remedial maintenance activities. The role requires collaboration with various departments and adherence to safety protocols. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ruther Glen, Virginia. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $34.00/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 Ruther Glen,VA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 2025. **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.