Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Brockton, MA to manage preventive maintenance on large production machines in a leather-products environment. You will troubleshoot and repair equipment, collaborate with engineering and production teams, and support facility maintenance to keep operations reliable.

The role is contract-to-hire and onsite, with a pay range of $26.00–$32.00 per hour, and a first shift schedule (6:00am–4:00pm, Mon–Thu, 6:00am–12:00pm Fri).

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance, including exposure to production machinery and facility systems.
• Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical repair in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with industrial environments and processes, particularly those involving specialized materials such as leather products.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain organized shop areas, manage parts inventory, and care for tools and supplies.
• Some vocational or community college education with related coursework in maintenance, mechanics, or industrial technology, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Comfort working in a family-oriented manufacturing environment with close-knit teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on large production machines to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Thoroughly clean machines and machine parts, including removing and reinstalling components as necessary to maintain proper operation.
• Oil and lubricate moving parts on machinery to promote smooth and efficient performance.
• Record and report damaged, worn, or broken parts and communicate findings clearly to appropriate stakeholders.
• Order and install replacement parts for machines, ensuring correct fit, function, and timely completion of repairs.
• Identify the causes of unexpected machine breakdowns through troubleshooting of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and industrial systems.
• Repair broken machines quickly and efficiently to restore production operations and reduce disruption.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports documenting maintenance work performed, parts used, and recommendations for future service.
• Collaborate with product management or plant engineering regarding new products and machinery modifications.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Pneumatics & Hydraulics

Mechanical repair

Shop organization

Team collaboration

Leather manufacturing familiarity

Education

Vocational or community college training in maintenance

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician oversees the performance, reliability, and upkeep of large production machinery in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial equipment, while also supporting facility maintenance and collaborating with engineering and production teams on machinery modifications and new product integration.

Pay: $26 - $32/hr (depending on experience)

Shift: Frst (1st) shift: 6:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Thursday, 6:00am - 12:00pm Fridays

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on large production machines to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Thoroughly clean machines and machine parts, including removing and reinstalling components as necessary to maintain proper operation.
• Oil and lubricate moving parts on machinery to promote smooth and efficient performance.
• Record and report damaged, worn, or broken parts and communicate findings clearly to appropriate stakeholders.
• Order and install replacement parts for machines, ensuring correct fit, function, and timely completion of repairs.
• Identify the causes of unexpected machine breakdowns through effective troubleshooting of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and industrial systems.
• Repair broken machines quickly and efficiently to restore production operations and reduce disruption.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports documenting maintenance work performed, parts used, and recommendations for future service.
• Clean, organize, inventory, stock, and maintain shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies to support a safe and efficient work environment.
• Coordinate with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines, balancing production needs with equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with product management or plant engineering personnel regarding new products and the machinery modifications required to support them.
• Make necessary modifications to equipment and perform test runs, implementing additional alterations to machinery as needed to meet production specifications.
• Perform ongoing facility maintenance tasks in a manufacturing setting to support safe and continuous operations.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned to support the maintenance and production teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance, including exposure to production machinery and facility systems.
• Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical repair in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with industrial environments and processes, particularly those involving specialized materials such as leather products.
• Some vocational or community college education with related coursework in maintenance, mechanics, or industrial technology, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain organized shop areas, manage parts inventory, and care for tools and supplies.
• Comfort working in a family-oriented manufacturing environment with close-knit teams.

Why Work Here?

You join a family-owned organization that values long-term relationships, teamwork, and a supportive atmosphere. Employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), health, dental, and vision coverage, supporting both financial security and overall well-being. The company fosters a close-knit, collaborative culture where your contributions to maintaining reliable operations are recognized and appreciated.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing facility with a strong family feel, producing leather products using large production machinery and industrial equipment. You work in a hands-on, shop-floor environment that involves regular interaction with machines, tools, and facility systems. The pace can be fast and occasionally stressful due to production demands, and you will spend much of your time on your feet performing mechanical tasks, inspections, and repairs in and around the plant and maintenance shop areas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brockton, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/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 Brockton, MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 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.

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.