Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Kenosha, WI to perform mechanical and electrical repairs on food production equipment. The role includes emergency and scheduled maintenance, setup for production runs, and extensive troubleshooting across hydraulics and pneumatics.

Qualified candidates will have 3+ years in mechanical/electrical troubleshooting, 5+ years in high-speed production maintenance, and a High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• 3+ years of experience in preventative maintenance.
• 3+ years of experience in blueprint reading, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5 years of maintenance experience in a high-speed production environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs on food production equipment.
• Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs during production and scheduled maintenance during machine service.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Utilize mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders for maintenance and service tasks.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test, and make necessary adjustments.
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities.
• Perform plumbing maintenance and electrical functions as required.
• Use various hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in duties.
• Detect faulty operations, defective materials, and report unusual situations to supervision.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Blueprint reading

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Welding

Safety compliance

Tools proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical meters

Material handling equipment

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. You will perform both mechanical and electrical repairs on food production equipment, ensuring efficient and safe operations within our facility.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs on food production equipment.
• Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs during production and scheduled maintenance during machine service.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Utilize mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders for maintenance and service tasks.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test, and make necessary adjustments.
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities.
• Perform plumbing maintenance and electrical functions as required.
• Use various hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in duties.
• Detect faulty operations, defective materials, and report unusual situations to supervision.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• 3+ years of experience in preventative maintenance.
• 3+ years of experience in blueprint reading, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5 years of maintenance experience in a high-speed production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proficient in using hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.

Work Environment

Work within a GMP food manufacturing company specializing in custom meats, operating in refrigerated areas with temperatures ranging from 30-40 degrees. The company has a rich history of supplying quality meats to well-known restaurant chains and food companies, supported by a management team with over eighty years of experience in the custom foods industry.

Why Work Here?

Join a company with a strong reputation in the food industry, offering a stable and supportive work environment. Benefit from our extensive experience in custom meats and collaborate with a team dedicated to innovation and quality. Embrace the opportunity to work in a dynamic setting that values your skills and contributions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Kenosha, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $72800.00/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.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kenosha,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.