General Maintenance Technician 33hr

Aerotek; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aerotek in Minooka, IL is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a wide range of equipment, including lift trucks, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, dock equipment, and building systems. This contract-to-hire role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical skills and meticulous documentation.

You will work onsite, follow safety protocols, operate material handling equipment, and collaborate with other technicians to keep facilities reliable and

Qualifications

• 1+ year repairing or maintaining mechanical or electrical equipment in an industrial or non-industrial setting, OR 2 years of vocational training.
• Hands-on mechanical repair and maintenance skills, including lift trucks and material handling equipment.
• Basic electrical maintenance and repair for electronic equipment.
• Facilities maintenance experience including plumbing, painting, drywall repair.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance tasks according to procedures.
• Operate equipment safely and follow company guidelines.
• Strong detail orientation for work orders and logs.
• Clear verbal and written communication with associates and suppliers.
• Troubleshoot basic issues where the repair is visible or obvious.
• Work safely in environments with varying temperatures, heights, and noise.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly with customers, suppliers, and associates.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records, and logs accurately.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on lift trucks, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and related equipment.
• Operate material handling and battery equipment safely.
• Clean and maintain facility grounds, bathrooms, and building areas.
• Assist other maintenance technicians and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and take corrective action.
• Follow safety protocols for handling substances and in varying environments.
• Work across indoor and outdoor spaces, including uneven or slippery surfaces.
• Support facility reliability by identifying needs and reducing downtime.

Skills

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Documentation

Communication skills

MHE operation

Tools

Lift trucks

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Job Title: General Maintenance Technician

$33

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and professionally with individuals and groups, both verbally and in writing, including customers, suppliers, and associates.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records, logs, and other written or computer-based documentation accurately and in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a wide range of equipment such as lift trucks, pneumatic systems, material handling equipment, hydraulic equipment, dock equipment, banana room equipment, and electronic and electrical equipment following defined procedures.
• Operate material handling equipment, battery equipment, moving machinery, and other powered equipment safely and in compliance with company guidelines.
• Clean and maintain facility grounds, parking lots, fencing, and building areas, including bathrooms, plumbing fixtures, painting, and drywall repairs.
• Assist other maintenance technicians with the repair and maintenance of equipment, providing support and sharing knowledge as needed.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment problems where the repair is visible or obvious, and take appropriate corrective action.
• Follow safety protocols when working with substances that require special handling and when operating in areas with varying temperatures, heights, and noise levels.
• Work effectively across different indoor and outdoor environments, including narrow, elevated, or enclosed spaces, and on sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.
• Support overall facility reliability by identifying maintenance needs, reporting issues promptly, and helping to prevent equipment downtime.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of experience repairing or maintaining mechanical or electrical equipment in an industrial or non-industrial setting, OR 2 years of related vocational training.
• Hands-on mechanical repair and maintenance skills, including working with lift trucks, material handling equipment, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.
• Basic electrical maintenance and repair capabilities for electronic and electrical equipment.
• Facility and building maintenance experience, including plumbing, painting, drywall repair, and general building upkeep.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance tasks according to established procedures and schedules.
• Competence in operating material handling equipment, battery equipment, moving machinery, and other powered equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail when completing work orders, records, logs, and computer-based documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with associates, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues where the repair is visible or straightforward.
• Capability to work safely in environments with varying temperatures, heights, noise levels, and on uneven or slippery surfaces.

Why Work Here?

You will join a culture that emphasizes respect for each individual and takes pride in its people. The organization offers clear opportunities for growth and advancement, supported by structured pay increases over time and a shift differential. Comprehensive benefits are available, including medical, dental, and vision coverage through BlueCross Blue Shield, as well as a 401(k) plan with a match up to 6%. Paid time off is accrued regularly each biweekly pay period, with additional banked PTO that can be used for tardiness, early departures, or call-ins, helping you manage work-life needs with greater flexibility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minooka, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.55 - $32.55/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 Minooka,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.