Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Michigan; On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; 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

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician based in Lansing, MI to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment, utilities, and facility systems. The role includes working with PLCs, HVAC, boilers, and cooling towers, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will troubleshoot failures, respond to emergency maintenance, and support 24/7 automated process monitoring, collaborating with production and maintenance leadership to prioritize

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED required.
• Associates degree or certification in a technical field preferred.
• Mechatronics Certifications for Levels 1-7 completed.
• 5-7 years of hands-on manufacturing maintenance experience, preferably in a food manufacturing setting.
• Skilled and certified in various PLC programming languages.
• Knowledge and experience with Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) and Lean Manufacturing process.
• Familiar with office technology tools (i.e., MS Office).
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to operate basic machining equipment (lathe, mill, drill press).
• Understanding computer theory, programmable logic controls (PLC) and experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

Responsibilities

• Complete PMs, work orders, inspections, and repairs to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Manage maintenance supplies and chemical inventories, including ordering, receiving, and vendor coordination.
• Identify safety risks, recommend equipment improvements, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance leadership to prioritize maintenance activities and support operational goals.
• Provide training and technical guidance to technicians and operators as needed while maintaining a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical

Mechanical

Machine repair

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

PLC troubleshooting

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Associate degree or technical certification

Mechatronics Certifications Levels 1-7

Tools

PLC programming

VFDs

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment, utilities, and facility systems. This includes working with PLCs, instrumentation, mechanical components, HVAC, boilers, and cooling towers. The role involves conducting chemical testing and monitoring operating systems to ensure optimal performance, safety, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, the technician will troubleshoot equipment failures, respond to emergency maintenance needs, and support 24/7 automated process monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Complete PMs, work orders, inspections, and repairs to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Manage maintenance supplies and chemical inventories, including ordering, receiving, and vendor coordination.
• Identify safety risks, recommend equipment improvements, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance leadership to prioritize maintenance activities and support operational goals.
• Provide training and technical guidance to technicians and operators as needed while maintaining a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Essential Skills

• Troubleshooting
• Electrical
• Mechanical
• Machine repair
• Hydraulics
• Pneumatics
• PLC troubleshooting

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED required.
• Associates degree or certification in a technical field preferred.
• Mechatronics Certifications for Levels 1-7 completed.
• 5-7 years of hands-on manufacturing maintenance experience, preferably in a food manufacturing setting.
• Skilled and certified in various PLC programming languages.
• Knowledge and experience with Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) and Lean Manufacturing process.
• Familiar with office technology tools (i.e., MS Office).
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to operate basic machining equipment (lathe, mill, drill press).
• Understanding computer theory, programmable logic controls (PLC) and experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lansing, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $72800.00/yr.

• 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 Lansing,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.

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