Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Pennsauken Township (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Maintenance Technician for the night shift (6pm–6am) at our Pennsauken, NJ location. The role covers mechanical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and plant reliability to ensure continuous operations.

You will collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams while performing wiring, sensor, and controls tasks. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and advancement within a large network of North American facilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance in manufacturing.
• Proficient in electrical troubleshooting, pneumatics, and preventive maintenance.
• Experience with electro-mechanical troubleshooting and PLC programming.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance across the plant.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams for continuous operation.
• Wire motors, sensors, transmitters, solenoid valves, switches, and pressure sensors.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls equipment.
• Support the engineering team in executing projects efficiently.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Pneumatics

Preventive maintenance

Electro-mechanical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Blueprint reading

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Join our team as an experienced Manufacturing Maintenance Technician on the night shift (6pm - 6am). You will be responsible for mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance across the manufacturing plant. Collaborate closely with production and quality teams to ensure continuous operation and timely repairs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance across the plant.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams for continuous operation.
• Wire motors, change sensors, transmitters, solenoid valves, switches, and pressure sensors.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls equipment.
• Support the engineering team in executing projects efficiently.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and repair steam, refrigeration, and wastewater systems.
• Fabricate components, tools, and equipment as needed.
• Execute and complete Preventative Maintenance (PM) work without production interruption.
• Utilize SAP for purchase requisitions and work order management.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in manufacturing/production (food/beverage/pharmaceutical/chemical operations).
• Proficient in electrical troubleshooting, pneumatics, and preventive maintenance.
• Experience with electro-mechanical troubleshooting and PLC programming.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on and around sanitary systems.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment such as pumps, gearboxes, and steam traps.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Preferred experience in food manufacturing and GMP environments.
• Stainless steel and sanitary welding skills are a plus.
• Blue or Black Seal Boiler License is a plus.

Why Work Here?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to promote a happier, healthier you. Enjoy immediate medical coverage, 401(k) eligibility with matching contributions, over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year, and access to free life coaching and onsite health exams. Additionally, benefit from a Lifestyle Spending Account and eligibility for the Quarterly Incentive Program.

Work Environment

Work the night shift from 6pm to 6am on a 2-2-3 schedule, with initial training on the first shift for 2-3 weeks. Be part of a small team, supporting engineering and supervisors. Expect frequent lifting, stooping, and standing, with occasional exposure to uneven ground, heights, biohazards, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, dust, and fumes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pennsauken, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Pennsauken,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.

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.