Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Flexible start times

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support a medical manufacturing facility in Minneapolis, MN. You will maintain and repair production equipment, focusing on hydraulic and mechanical presses, with strong troubleshooting skills to minimize downtime.

The role involves PMs, installing components, reading schematics, and collaborating with production staff. It requires at least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience and offers a stable daytime schedule with occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in a production/manufacturing setting.
• Ability to troubleshoot during breakdowns and restore operation quickly.
• Proficiency in electrical or mechanical troubleshooting, with independent diagnosis.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulic and mechanical presses or similar machinery.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and general troubleshooting.
• Experience replacing motors, relays, sensors, bearings, gearboxes, and belts.
• Willingness to learn new systems and maintenance techniques.
• Exposure to HVAC systems preferred.
• PLC troubleshooting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance on hydraulic and mechanical presses.
• Replace motors, relays, sensors, bearings, gearboxes, and belts.
• Diagnose issues in electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using schematics.
• Inspect equipment and take corrective action before failures occur.
• Document repairs, parts used, and work performed.
• Support equipment installs, upgrades, and modifications.
• Collaborate with production staff to prioritize maintenance.
• Respond to occasional weekend maintenance needs (one Saturday per month or less).

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical schematics

Blueprints

Motors

Sensors

Bearings

Gearboxes

Belts

HVAC exposure

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role supports a medical manufacturing facility by maintaining and repairing production equipment, with a focus on hydraulic and mechanical presses. You will perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and general repairs to ensure equipment operates safely, reliably, and with minimal downtime.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment to quickly resolve breakdowns and minimize equipment downtime.


• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on hydraulic and mechanical presses and other production machinery.


• Replace and install motors, relays, sensors, bearings, gearboxes, and belts as needed to keep equipment running efficiently.


• Diagnose issues in electrical controls, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems using electrical schematics and blueprints.


• Inspect equipment regularly to identify potential issues and take corrective action before failures occur.


• Complete maintenance work orders accurately and in a timely manner, documenting repairs, parts used, and work performed.


• Support equipment installs, upgrades, and modifications to improve reliability, safety, and performance.


• Collaborate with production staff to understand equipment issues and prioritize maintenance activities.


• Respond to occasional weekend maintenance needs, such as Saturday work once per month or less, to support production requirements.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience working in a production or manufacturing environment.


• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing equipment during breakdowns to restore operation quickly.


• Proficiency in either electrical or mechanical troubleshooting, with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues independently.


• Hands-on experience working with hydraulic and mechanical presses or similar industrial machinery.


• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints.


• Strong skills in electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and general troubleshooting.


• Capability to replace and install motors, relays, sensors, bearings, gearboxes, and belts.


• Willingness to learn new systems, technologies, and maintenance techniques.


• Basic understanding of HVAC systems (preferred but not required).


• PLC troubleshooting experience (preferred but not required).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on metal stamping or metal working equipment.


• Exposure to HVAC systems in an industrial environment.


• Experience in both mechanical and electrical maintenance is a plus.


• Comfort working in a large-scale production facility with multiple presses and support equipment.


• Strong communication skills to coordinate with production teams and document work clearly.


• Detail-oriented approach to inspections, record keeping, and following maintenance procedures.


• Adaptability to handle a variety of maintenance tasks and changing priorities.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing environment that invests in its maintenance team with practical support and long-term benefits. Enjoy a sign-on bonus, flexible start times that support work-life balance, and company-provided tools so you can focus on your craft rather than your equipment. A competitive 401(k) match and full medical benefits offer strong financial and health security, while the consistent daytime schedule helps maintain a predictable routine.

Work Environment

This position operates in a 70,000 sq. ft. medical manufacturing facility with more than 125 production employees and a variety of hydraulic and mechanical presses and related equipment. You will work a Monday-Friday first-shift schedule, with flexible start times between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM and end times between 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM, plus occasional Saturday work about once per month or less to support production needs. The environment is industrial and fast-paced, with regular interaction with production staff and exposure to machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, electrical controls, and HVAC equipment. Standard industrial safety practices and appropriate work attire are expected to ensure a safe and professional workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48672.00 - $71386.00/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.

401K match, medical, dental, vision insurance, Sign on bonus, flexible start time

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

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.