Industrial Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Cynthiana (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Overtime Opportunities

Weekly pay

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician for our client in Paris, KY. The role focuses on maintaining, repairing, and improving production equipment to maximize uptime and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, read schematics and ladder logic, and perform preventative maintenance on automated equipment. This is a contract-to-hire position based in Kentucky with onsite work only.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with PLCs and automated equipment.
• Ability to read ladder logic and electrical schematics.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical drives, and conveyors.
• Experience with 480V systems.
• Must have own basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems up to 480V.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and ladder logic diagrams.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including Allen-Bradley systems.
• Install, replace, and maintain sensors, VFDs, relays, contactors, and motor controls.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and basic machining as needed.
• Run and bend conduit for electrical installations and upgrades.
• Assist with facility maintenance projects and equipment improvements.
• Document maintenance activities and work orders accurately.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLCs

Ladder logic

Conveyors

VFDs

Welding

Mechanical drives

Industrial controls

Tools ownership

Education

Industrial Maintenance Degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

Hydraulics

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician (Paris,KY)

Pay:

$30.00 - $38.00 per hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving production equipment to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems up to 480V.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and ladder logic diagrams.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including Allen-Bradley systems.
• Install, replace, and maintain sensors, VFDs, relays, contactors, and motor controls.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and basic machining as needed.
• Run and bend conduit for electrical installations and upgrades.
• Assist with facility maintenance projects and equipment improvements.
• Document maintenance activities and work orders accurately.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with PLCs and automated equipment.
• Ability to read ladder logic and electrical schematics.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical drives, and conveyors.
• Knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, and industrial controls preferred.
• Experience working with 480V systems.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must have own basic hand tools.

Preferred Skills

• Industrial Maintenance Degree, Applied Science Degree, or related technical certification.
• Experience in automotive, manufacturing, distribution, or food production environments.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Preventative Maintenance (PM) program experience.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $30.00 - $35.00/hr
• Overtime Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Stable, Long-Term Employment

Pay Range:

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour based on experience and skill level. Up to $38 starting out

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cynthiana, KY.

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 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 & visionCritical 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cynthiana,KY.

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.