2nd Shift Maintenance Tech — Manufacturing & PLC

Aerotek; New Mexico; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician to support a fast-paced manufacturing operation. You will monitor, maintain, and repair production machinery, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Daily tasks include reading blueprints, completing work orders, documenting hours, and ensuring 5S and safety standards. 2nd shift flexibility and strong teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience troubleshooting production machinery in manufacturing.
• Hands-on mechanical maintenance and repair of industrial equipment.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance per plan.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of hydraulics & pneumatics applied to machinery.
• PLC troubleshooting experience in production environments.
• Basic computer skills for communication and documentation.
• Ability to perform basic math for measurements and documentation.
• Capable of standing for an 8-hour shift in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to lift 30–50 pounds safely.
• High school diploma; 2 years trade school/college or 5 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor 2nd shift production machine operation to identify malfunctions and performance issues.
• Adjust machines to documented specifications to maintain quality and reliability.
• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams to diagnose issues.
• Complete work orders, prepare maintenance reports, and record hours.
• Use office software to document activities and communicate with team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized workshop following 5S principles.
• Keep tools and equipment in good working order.
• Wear PPE at all times in production areas.
• Support production workers by addressing equipment issues for continuous operation.
• Perform fast-paced, hands-on tasks with focus on safety and quality.
• Lift and move components weighing up to 30-50 pounds.

Skills

Machinery troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Blueprint reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulics & pneumatics

PLC troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Mathematics for measurements

Stamina to stand 8 hours

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Trade school / college (2 yrs) or equivalent

Job description

Aerotek is hiring a 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician to support a fast-paced manufacturing operation. You will monitor, maintain, and repair production machinery, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Daily tasks include reading blueprints, completing work orders, documenting hours, and ensuring 5S and safety standards. 2nd shift flexibility and strong teamwork are essential for success.