Industrial Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Michigan; On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Aerotek in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an Industrial Maintenance Technician to support automotive manufacturing equipment and automated systems, ensuring safe and efficient plant operations.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and reading blueprints. This is a 1st shift, on-site position with overtime potential and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance/PM on industrial equipment.
• Experience with hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience with pneumatic systems troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to read blueprints/technical drawings for repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support production work cells to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose machine downtime, restore equipment to safe operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance on work cells and equipment.
• Fabricate components and repair bearings as needed.
• Service hydraulic pumps and stirring/cooling pumps.
• Repair mills, conveyors, belts, drives, and material transfer systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues and read schematics.

Skills

3+ years PM maintenance

hydraulic systems

pneumatic systems

mechanical aptitude

electrical troubleshooting

blueprints/technical drawings

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician - Grand Rapids, MI

• 1st Shift 7am-3pm M-F
• $25.00-30.00 per hour
• Competitive Company Benefits

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to add to our growing team within an automotive manufacturing environment. This role supports production equipment and automated manufacturing systems to ensure safe and efficient plant operations

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support product-specific work cells to minimize equipment downtime and maximize productivity.
• Respond promptly to machine downtime situations, diagnose issues, and restore equipment to safe and efficient operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all assigned work cells and production equipment according to established schedules and procedures.
• Conduct mechanical repairs such as fabricating components and repairing or replacing bearings.
• Service and repair hydraulic pumps that drive mixer blades and cooling pumps that control mixer bowl temperature.
• Maintain and repair mill equipment, including rolling-pin-style mills, conveyors, belts, drives, and material transfer systems.
• Work with equipment similar to industrial baking mixers and related material handling systems, ensuring reliable operation.
• Use electrical troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve basic electrical issues associated with machinery.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and technical documentation to perform repairs and modifications correctly.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience performing maintenance and preventive maintenance (PM) on production or industrial equipment.
• 3+ years of experience working with hydraulic systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
• 3+ years of experience working with pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with experience in machine repair, conveyors, motors, etc.
• Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings for maintenance and repair work.
• Proficiency in preventive and corrective maintenance practices for production machinery.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from strong career growth opportunities within the maintenance department, with clear paths to expand skills and responsibilities over time. The organization offers regular access to overtime each week, allowing motivated individuals to increase their earnings. The culture emphasizes continuous improvement, technical development, and teamwork in a dynamic production environment.

Work Environment

The role is characterized by fast-paced operations and continuous equipment usage. Work is performed primarily on 1st shift, with occasional weekend assignments when operational needs require. Employees may perform tasks in areas where personal protective equipment such as hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety shoes is required, and must adhere to all safety and housekeeping standards. The environment demands a hands-on, mechanically focused approach and comfort working around industrial machinery and process equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Comstock Park, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/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 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 Comstock Park,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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.