Maintenance Engineer

Aerotek; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off / PTO

Job summary

Aerotek in Rochester, NY is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to join our manufacturing team. You will troubleshoot equipment, improve processes, and support daily production operations while assisting with assembly and machine operation activities.

This role offers exposure to multiple manufacturing areas, development opportunities, and a clear path for career growth within a company that values employee development and advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, maintenance engineering, or related environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and performance.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and equipment inspections to minimize downtime.
• Assist with machine operation and production activities as needed.
• Support assembly operations to help meet production schedules and customer demands.
• Analyze equipment issues and assist in implementing long‑term corrective solutions.
• Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and equipment documentation.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve operational efficiency.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Follow all company safety procedures, quality standards, and maintenance best practices.
• Help identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Manufacturing equipment operation

PLC familiarity

Tools

PLCs

Automation systems

Industrial controls

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Maintenance Engineer to join our manufacturing team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, improving processes, and being actively involved in daily production operations. In addition to supporting maintenance initiatives, you will assist with assembly and machine operation activities, making this a well-rounded position with exposure to multiple areas of manufacturing.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their technical skills, gain broader manufacturing experience, and grow their career within a company that promotes employee development and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and performance.


• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.


• Perform routine maintenance and equipment inspections to minimize downtime.


• Assist with machine operation and production activities as needed.


• Support assembly operations to help meet production schedules and customer demands.


• Analyze equipment issues and assist in implementing long‑term corrective solutions.


• Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and equipment documentation.


• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve operational efficiency.


• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.


• Follow all company safety procedures, quality standards, and maintenance best practices.


• Help identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and manufacturing processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, maintenance engineering, or related environments.


• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.


• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.


• Familiarity with preventive maintenance and equipment reliability programs.


• Experience operating manufacturing equipment or machinery.


• Assembly experience in a production environment.


• Knowledge of PLCs, automation systems, or industrial controls is a plus.


• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation.


• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.


• Willingness to learn new equipment, processes, and responsibilities.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive starting pay of $20.00 per hour.


• Stable first‑shift schedule with evenings and weekends free.


• Diverse role offering exposure to maintenance, assembly, and machine operation.


• Excellent opportunity to develop technical and manufacturing skills.


• Strong potential for career growth and advancement within the organization.


• Collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement.


• Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience with manufacturing equipment and processes.Company culture that values employee development, initiative, and long‑term success.

Work Environment

This position works within a manufacturing environment that combines maintenance, assembly, and machine operation responsibilities. Employees work closely with production and engineering teams to support equipment performance, production efficiency, and overall operational success. The environment is fast‑paced, hands‑on, and offers significant opportunities to learn, contribute, and grow professionally.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Rochester, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Rochester,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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.