Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package (medical, dental, VIs

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician to service over 60 injection mold presses across two campuses. You’ll perform proactive and reactive maintenance with a focus on electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to keep production running smoothly.

Responsibilities include diagnosing issues from blueprints to electrical schematics, performing preventive maintenance, and supporting PLC-controlled equipment and HVAC systems.

Qualifications

• Injection mold maintenance experience with presses and related equipment.
• Minimum 3 years maintenance experience in manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Hands-on with PLC troubleshooting, electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair 60+ injection mold presses across multiple sites.
• Inspect machines to identify issues before downtime.
• Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Repair valves, motors, and components in hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Work with 3-phase electrical systems and perform safe repairs.
• Replace circuit breakers and motors to maintain reliability.
• Perform preventative maintenance on molding equipment and facility systems.
• Support PLC-controlled equipment and basic PLC diagnostics.
• Read blueprints, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Support HVAC and building systems to ensure safe operation.
• Document maintenance activities and parts used for records.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Travel between nearby campuses as needed.

Skills

Injection mold maintenance

Maintenance experience

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Blueprint reading

3-phase electrical

Preventive maintenance

HVAC knowledge

Hand & power tools

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role supports multiple manufacturing sites by maintaining more than 60 injection mold presses and related equipment. You will perform proactive and reactive maintenance to keep production running efficiently, with a strong focus on troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The position involves diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and completing preventative maintenance to ensure safe, reliable, and continuous operation of all machinery and facility systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair more than 60 injection mold presses across multiple manufacturing buildings.

• Proactively inspect machines and equipment to identify potential issues before they cause downtime.

• Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on production and facility equipment.

• Repair and replace valves, motors, and components in hydraulic and pneumatic systems to restore proper operation.

• Work with 3-phase electrical systems, including diagnosing faults and performing safe, code-compliant repairs.

• Replace circuit breakers, motors, and other electrical components as needed to maintain equipment reliability.

• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on injection molding equipment and facility systems according to established schedules.

• Troubleshoot and support PLC-controlled equipment, including identifying control issues and assisting with basic PLC diagnostics.

• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings to perform accurate repairs and installations.

• Support facility maintenance activities, including HVAC and other building systems, to maintain a safe and comfortable environment.

• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used to support accurate maintenance records and planning.

• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize work and minimize equipment downtime.

• Travel between nearby campuses as needed to support maintenance needs across all assigned buildings.

Essential Skills

• Injection mold maintenance experience, specifically working with injection mold presses and related equipment (required).

• At least 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (required).

• Hands-on experience with at least three of the following: PLC troubleshooting, electrical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics (required).

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings (required).

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience with 3-phase electrical systems.

• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems, including valves and related components.

• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing pneumatic systems used in industrial equipment.

• Experience performing preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.

• General facility maintenance experience, including familiarity with HVAC systems.

• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and test equipment commonly used in industrial maintenance.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently to resolve equipment issues.

• Effective communication skills to coordinate with production staff and maintenance teammates.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting and supporting PLC-controlled equipment.

• Experience in maintenance within a multi-building or multi-campus manufacturing environment.

• Comfort working with a variety of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.

• Organizational skills to manage multiple maintenance tasks and prioritize work effectively.

• Attention to detail when documenting maintenance work and following preventative maintenance schedules.

Why Work Here?

You will join a maintenance team that provides the tools you need to do your job effectively and safely. The role offers the potential for a company vehicle or mileage reimbursement when traveling between nearby sites, providing flexibility and support for field work. The schedule features minimal to zero on-call requirements, promoting a healthy work-life balance while still offering exposure to a variety of equipment and technical challenges.

Work Environment

This position supports multiple buildings across two nearby campuses, focusing on injection molding and related manufacturing operations. The typical schedule runs Monday through Friday, starting between 6:00–7:00 a.m. and ending between 2:30–3:30 p.m., providing a consistent daytime work routine. You will work around injection mold presses, facility systems, and HVAC equipment, using company-provided tools and standard industrial maintenance equipment. The environment is a production setting where you move between buildings as needed to support equipment uptime and facility reliability.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Blaine, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $76960.00/yr.

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.

• Insurance coverage, medical, tools provided and not required, minimal to zero on call
• 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.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Blaine,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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