4x2 Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Scranton, PA is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and auxiliary equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing facility.

You will apply industrial electrical and mechanical skills to keep machinery running efficiently, minimize downtime, and support continuous operations across the facility. The role involves working on 480V systems, PLCs, VFDs, and preventative maintenance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in industrial maintenance; 5+ years ideal for senior technicians.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with 480V systems, motors, and electrical panels.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and auxiliary equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and perform timely repairs.
• Dismantle machines to inspect components and perform preventative maintenance.
• Perform minor machining, welding, plumbing as needed for repairs.
• Read electrical schematics to diagnose issues in electrical panels and 480V circuits.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems including VFDs and drives.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Follow safety procedures and actively support plant safety.
• Communicate issues and repair status to supervisors and team members.
• Work independently to resolve equipment problems and keep production running.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production staff to prioritize work orders.

Skills

Industrial electrical

PLC troubleshooting

VFDs and drives

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Preventative maintenance

Technical documentation

Independent decision making

Physically demanding env

Safety compliance

Job description

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and auxiliary equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will apply strong industrial electrical and mechanical skills to keep machinery running efficiently, minimize downtime, and support continuous operations across the facility.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain all production and auxiliary production equipment to ensure reliable and efficient operation.

• Analyze and diagnose mechanical and electrical problems on machinery and equipment, and perform accurate, timely repairs.

• Dismantle machines and equipment to inspect components, test functionality, and perform thorough preventative maintenance.

• Perform minor machining, welding, plumbing, and related tasks as needed to support equipment repair and maintenance.

• Use and interpret electrical schematics to diagnose issues and repair electrical systems, including 480V circuits, motors, motor controls, and electrical panels.

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and related control equipment, including VFDs, drives, and panel signals.

• Conduct preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems to reduce unplanned downtime.

• Follow all safety procedures and actively take a proactive role in plant safety, ensuring that equipment conforms to all applicable safety regulations.

• Identify and communicate daily issues, maintenance needs, and repair status to supervisors and other team members as needed.

• Work independently to make real-time decisions and take initiative in resolving equipment problems to keep production running.

• Collaborate with other maintenance technicians and production staff to prioritize work orders and support smooth plant operations.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of related experience in an industrial maintenance role; 5 or more years of experience is ideal for senior-level technicians.

• Industrial electrical experience, including PLC troubleshooting, working with VFDs, drives, and panel signals.

• Hands-on manufacturing experience in a production or industrial environment.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience with 480V systems, motors, motor controls, electrical panels, and electrical schematics.

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills with production machinery and equipment.

• Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving electrical and mechanical problems on production machinery.

• Experience performing preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.

• Ability to work independently, make decisions in real time, and take ownership of resolving equipment issues.

• Comfort working in a physically demanding environment, including hot temperatures in manufacturing areas.

Work Environment

The work takes place in adjoining warehouse and manufacturing buildings within a consumer product goods environment. The manufacturing area can be very hot, reaching temperatures up to approximately 110 degrees, particularly during the summer months, and the role is physically demanding. The maintenance team is expected to work aggressively and proactively to resolve issues, often independently, and is central to keeping production running smoothly. Standard dress includes long pants and a work shirt; there is no specific uniform required. Shifts follow a 4x4 schedule, with day shifts from 5:45 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. and night shifts from 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 a.m., with a pay differential for night work. Interviews and work are based in Scranton, PA.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Scranton, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Scranton, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Scranton, PA.

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.