Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Collegedale (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for a plastics manufacturing environment in a fully onsite role in Chattanooga, TN. The position focuses on mechanical, electrical, and preventative maintenance to ensure smooth operation of equipment.

You will diagnose and repair hydraulic/pneumatic systems, read blueprints, perform welding, and work with PLC controls for HVAC systems, collaborating with a small team. Excellent benefits and room for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Able to read blueprints and schematics.
• Welding and PLC control experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Perform welding and work with PLC controls to maintain and repair HVAC systems.
• Collaborate with a smaller maintenance team to ensure timely completion of tasks.

Skills

Maintenance

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Read blueprints/schematics

Welding

PLC controls

HVAC systems

Tools

Drives

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician - Plastics Manufacturing

Job Description

this is a fully on-site position in Chattanooga, TN

We are seeking a skilled and experienced maintenance technician to join our team in a dynamic plastics manufacturing environment. This role requires expertise in mechanical, electrical, and preventative maintenance, with a focus on ensuring the efficient operation of our machinery and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Perform welding and work with PLC controls to maintain and repair HVAC systems.
• Collaborate with a smaller maintenance team to ensure timely completion of tasks.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in maintenance, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Skilled in welding and PLC control systems.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with drives.
• Understanding of detailed schematics.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy excellent benefits and 401K options while advancing in your position and responsibilities. The company is committed to growth and provides opportunities for professional development.

Work Environment

Work in a non-temperature controlled, newer facility with modern equipment. Be prepared for overtime, especially during peak seasons, as part of a smaller maintenance team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Collegedale, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/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 Collegedale,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.