Apprentice Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work in New Brighton

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician in New Brighton, MN to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment, HVAC, and automation systems. This hands-on role offers training, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement in a growing manufacturing environment.

The position emphasizes electrical, mechanical, and control system troubleshooting, with a focus on equipment reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• Mechanical maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing production equipment.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and a desire to continue learning.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience with HVAC, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, compressors, conveyors or similar equipment is a plus.
• Exposure to PLCs, automation systems, robotics, or controls is beneficial but not required.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance practices and equipment reliability principles.
• Experience using maintenance software or CMMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment, HVAC systems, automation equipment, and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues to minimize equipment downtime.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair injection molding machines and supporting production equipment.
• Service pumps, air compressors, chillers, rooftop HVAC units, and related facility equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including single-phase and three-phase power systems.
• Assist with PLC troubleshooting and automation equipment maintenance, including robotics and automated manufacturing systems.
• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure reliable equipment performance.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks and document work performed.
• Support equipment upgrades, facility improvements, and continuous improvement projects.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Utilize hand and power tools to complete maintenance and repair work.
• Accurately document repairs, preventative maintenance activities, and work orders in the maintenance management system.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures and all plant safety requirements.
• Work closely with production teams to improve equipment reliability and overall plant performance.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Read blueprints/schematics

HVAC systems

Automation/Robotics

Education

Technical school or trade school

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Maintenance Technician $24-$28/hr

Overview

Join a growing manufacturing company as a Maintenance Technician and build your career in a hands-on, technical environment. This position is ideal for someone with maintenance experience who is looking to expand their skills in industrial equipment, electrical systems, automation, HVAC, hydraulics, and robotics. Whether you are an experienced technician or looking to take the next step in your maintenance career, this role offers training, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement.

You will play a key role in keeping production equipment running safely and efficiently through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment improvement projects. The company is committed to investing in its technicians through ongoing training, certifications, and career development programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment, machinery, HVAC systems, automation equipment, and facility systems.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues to minimize equipment downtime.

• Inspect, maintain, and repair injection molding machines and supporting production equipment.

• Service pumps, air compressors, chillers, rooftop HVAC units, and related facility equipment.

• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including single-phase and three-phase power systems.

• Assist with PLC troubleshooting and automation equipment maintenance, including robotics and automated manufacturing systems.

• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure reliable equipment performance.

• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks and document work performed.

• Support equipment upgrades, facility improvements, and continuous improvement projects.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.

• Utilize hand and power tools to complete maintenance and repair work.

• Accurately document repairs, preventative maintenance activities, and work orders in the maintenance management system.

• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures and all plant safety requirements.

• Work closely with production teams to improve equipment reliability and overall plant performance.

Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, facilities, or technical environment.

• Experience troubleshooting and repairing production equipment, machinery, or facility systems.

• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills with a desire to continue learning.

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.

• Experience with HVAC, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, compressors, conveyors, or similar equipment is a plus.

• Exposure to PLCs, automation systems, robotics, or controls is beneficial but not required.

• Understanding of preventative maintenance practices and equipment reliability principles.

• Experience using maintenance software or computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is preferred.

• Commitment to workplace safety and Lockout/Tagout procedures.

We Also Welcome Candidates Who Have

• Technical school, trade school, military, facilities maintenance, automotive, diesel, HVAC, building maintenance, or manufacturing maintenance experience.

• A strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new technologies.

• Interest in developing skills in electrical systems, PLCs, automation, robotics, and injection molding equipment.

• Strong troubleshooting abilities and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Why Join Our Team?

• Extensive hands-on training and mentorship.

• Opportunities for company-paid technical training and certifications.

• Exposure to advanced manufacturing equipment, automation, robotics, and PLC controls.

• Clear career advancement opportunities within maintenance and operations.

• Excellent benefits package including paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.

• Stable, growing company with a strong commitment to employee development.

• Supportive team environment focused on safety, continuous improvement, and professional growth.

Work Environment

This role works within a clean manufacturing environment supporting production equipment, injection molding machinery, HVAC systems, automation technologies, robotics, pumps, compressors, and facility infrastructure. Technicians use a variety of mechanical and electrical tools while working in a collaborative team focused on safety, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New Brighton, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $31.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 New Brighton,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.

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.