Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Weekly pay

Life insurance

Employee assistance programs

Health advocacy

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Maintenance Technician for a permanent, onsite role in Pleasant Prairie, WI. This shift runs 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with weekend scheduling options.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, while supporting engineers and operators to ensure reliable plant operations. The position emphasizes preventive maintenance design, equipment installation, and building upkeep in a clean manufacturing environment with

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PLC systems and control systems is a plus.
• Certificate in relevant expertise areas such as electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, or related disciplines is a plus.
• Experience with preventive maintenance program design and implementation is beneficial.
• Comfort working directly with cross-functional teams including engineers, machinists, assemblers, and machine operators.
• Qualifications and experience in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain process and production equipment to ensure continuous plant operations.
• Perform general building maintenance to keep facilities in good working order.
• Repair and maintain plant process, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Design, implement, and manage preventive maintenance programs for all mechanical equipment to minimize downtime.
• Install new equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and operational requirements.
• Maintain inventories of equipment, parts, and supplies by monitoring stock levels, anticipating needs, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt.
• Work directly with engineers, machinists, assemblers, and machine operators to support production and resolve equipment issues.
• Conduct general upkeep procedures and perform additional maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Read and interpret blueprints, assembly instructions, and instructional drawings for electrical, hydraulic, and process systems.
• Apply excellent mechanical aptitude to diagnose and resolve equipment problems.
• Troubleshoot electrical components and electronic systems as needed.
• Demonstrate good troubleshooting skills and a strong work ethic in all maintenance activities.
• Utilize basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in day-to-day tasks.
• Support and, where applicable, troubleshoot PLC and control systems.
• Act as a self-starter, taking initiative to perform other related duties as required.
• Work overtime as needed to support production schedules and maintenance requirements.

Skills

PLC systems

Control systems

Cross-functional teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Certificate in electrical/mechanical/hydraulics

Tools

Preventive maintenance design

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician supports reliable plant operations by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining process and production equipment, as well as performing general building maintenance. This role focuses on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, preventive maintenance, and equipment installation, while working closely with engineers, machinists, assemblers, and machine operators in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain all process and production equipment to ensure continuous and efficient plant operations.
• Perform general building maintenance to keep facilities in good working order.
• Repair and maintain plant process, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Design, implement, and manage preventive maintenance programs for all mechanical equipment to minimize downtime.
• Install new equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and operational requirements.
• Maintain inventories of equipment, parts, and supplies by monitoring stock levels, anticipating needs, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt.
• Work directly with engineers, machinists, assemblers, and machine operators to support production and resolve equipment issues.
• Conduct general upkeep procedures and perform additional maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Read and interpret blueprints, assembly instructions, and instructional drawings for electrical, hydraulic, and process systems.
• Apply excellent mechanical aptitude to diagnose and resolve equipment problems.
• Troubleshoot electrical components and electronic systems as needed.
• Demonstrate good troubleshooting skills and a strong work ethic in all maintenance activities.
• Utilize basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in day-to-day tasks.
• Support and, where applicable, troubleshoot PLC and control systems.
• Act as a self-starter, taking initiative to perform other related duties as required.
• Work overtime as needed to support production schedules and maintenance requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of PLC systems and control systems is a plus.
• Certificate in relevant expertise areas such as electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, or related disciplines is a plus.
• Experience with preventive maintenance program design and implementation is beneficial.
• Comfort working directly with cross-functional teams including engineers, machinists, assemblers, and machine operators.
• Qualifications and experience in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that offers room for advancement as the company continues to expand. The environment supports learning and skill development in multiple technical disciplines, providing opportunities to broaden your expertise in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. As the operation grows, you can build a long-term career with increasing responsibility and exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled. You will work with process and production equipment, as well as general building systems, handling mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control technologies. This position is on third shift, working from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with the option to work either Sunday through Thursday or Monday through Friday, depending on scheduling needs. The environment emphasizes safety, reliability, and collaboration with engineers, machinists, assemblers, and machine operators.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Pleasant Prairie, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $83200.00/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 Pleasant Prairie,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 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.