Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tools provided

Steel toe boots

Tuition partnership

Career growth

Safety culture

Weekly pay

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the night shift in Blue Ash, OH, supporting a fast-paced automated manufacturing environment. You will perform electrical troubleshooting, PLC problem-solving, and mechanical repairs to maximize uptime across motors, conveyors, pumps, and plant systems.

Responsibilities include reading schematics, maintaining safety, and documenting maintenance actions in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Proven electrical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on PLC troubleshooting and industrial automation experience.
• Strong knowledge of 3-phase motor controls and AC/DC drives.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience working with motors, conveyors, pumps, and power transmission systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Solid understanding of sensors, photo eyes, relays, limit switches, and industrial control systems.
• Competence in mechanical troubleshooting, including gearboxes and related components.
• Strong computer skills within a Microsoft environment for documentation and system interfaces.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and working safely around high-speed automated equipment and plant utilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to restore equipment to safe and efficient operation.
• Support PLC troubleshooting on automated equipment, identifying and resolving control-related issues.
• Work with motors, conveyors, drives, pumps, and industrial control systems to maintain consistent production flow.
• Assist with boiler controls, compressors, steam systems, and other plant utilities as needed.
• Maintain production uptime and equipment efficiency by responding quickly to breakdowns and performance issues.
• Use knowledge of sensors, photo eyes, relays, limit switches, and other sensor systems to diagnose and correct faults.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics to guide troubleshooting and repairs.
• Complete documentation and maintenance logs accurately and in a timely manner to support maintenance tracking and compliance.
• Follow all safety and environmental policies, procedures, and PPE requirements while working around electrical panels, moving machinery, and plant utilities.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance team members to prioritize work, communicate equipment status, and support continuous improvement.
• Participate in structured training programs and apply learned skills to improve maintenance practices and equipment reliability.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

3-phase motor controls

Hydraulic & pneumatic

Motors & conveyors

Schematic reading

Sensors & relays

Mechanical troubleshooting

Documentation in MS Office

Safety compliance

Tools

Industrial automation hardware/PLC system tools

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician – Night Shift

Job Description

This Maintenance Technician role supports a fast-paced, fully automated manufacturing environment by performing high-level industrial maintenance with a strong focus on electrical troubleshooting. The technician maintains production uptime through advanced diagnosis and repair of PLCs, motors, and plant systems, ensuring equipment reliability and efficiency across the facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to restore equipment to safe and efficient operation.

• Support PLC troubleshooting on automated equipment, identifying and resolving control-related issues.

• Work with motors, conveyors, drives, pumps, and industrial control systems to maintain consistent production flow.

• Assist with boiler controls, compressors, steam systems, and other plant utilities as needed.

• Maintain production uptime and equipment efficiency by responding quickly to breakdowns and performance issues.

• Use knowledge of sensors, photo eyes, relays, limit switches, and other sensor systems to diagnose and correct faults.

• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics to guide troubleshooting and repairs.

• Complete documentation and maintenance logs accurately and in a timely manner to support maintenance tracking and compliance.

• Follow all safety and environmental policies, procedures, and PPE requirements while working around electrical panels, moving machinery, and plant utilities.

• Collaborate with production and maintenance team members to prioritize work, communicate equipment status, and support continuous improvement.

• Participate in structured training programs and apply learned skills to improve maintenance practices and equipment reliability.

Essential Skills

• Proven electrical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Hands-on PLC troubleshooting and industrial automation experience.

• Strong knowledge of 3-phase motor controls and AC/DC drives.

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Experience working with motors, conveyors, pumps, and power transmission systems.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.

• Solid understanding of sensors, photo eyes, relays, limit switches, and industrial control systems.

• Competence in mechanical troubleshooting, including gearboxes and related components.

• Strong computer skills within a Microsoft environment for documentation and system interfaces.

• Commitment to following safety procedures and working safely around high-speed automated equipment and plant utilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to steam systems, boilers, and compressors is preferred.

• Experience in packaging or corrugated manufacturing environments is a plus.

• Familiarity with high-speed automation and PLC-driven equipment.

• Ability to work effectively on a consistent night shift schedule.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and skill development, including tuition-supported learning opportunities.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from competitive starting pay with a shift differential, along with tools and steel toe boots provided at no cost. A tuition partnership with Cincinnati State offers paid learning time and supports professional development. Team members enjoy clear career growth pathways within a stable organization that offers long-term advancement potential. The work culture emphasizes safety, structured training, and ongoing skill development, creating a supportive environment for building a lasting career in advanced manufacturing.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial manufacturing facility focused on packaging and corrugated products, featuring high-speed automation and PLC-driven equipment. Technicians regularly work around electrical panels, moving machinery, conveyors, motors, and plant utilities such as boilers, compressors, and steam systems. Personal protective equipment is required, including steel toe footwear, which is provided. The position operates on a night shift schedule from 10:45 PM to 6:45 AM, six days per week with one consistent day off, in a structured environment that prioritizes safety, reliability, and efficient production.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Blue Ash, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $64937.00 - $81161.00/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.

Strong starting pay with shift differentialTools & steel toe boots providedTuition partnership with Cincinnati State (paid learning time)Career growth within a global packaging leaderStability + long-term advancement potentialStrong safety culture and structured training

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Blue Ash,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.