Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Weekly pay

Job summary

Aerotek in Springfield, Oregon is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and optimize a variety of mechanical systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

You will work on hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, motors, welding and fabrication projects, and contribute to equipment reliability and uptime through proactive maintenance and hands-on problem solving.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or similar role.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Familiarity with sensors, relays, motors, and bearings.
• Basic welding and fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, test, and commission new machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose issues through observation and tests, repair or replace components.
• Work with hydraulic/pneumatic systems, relays, sensors, and motors.
• Conduct welding and fabrication projects to support operations.
• Read work orders and maintenance schedules; maintain records.
• Support continuous improvement to improve uptime and reliability.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Preventive maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding & fabrication

Job description

Maintenance Technician

$26.00 - $30.00+/HR + Overtime Available

Put Your Mechanical Skills to Work on a Wide Variety of Equipment

Are you the type of mechanic who enjoys diagnosing problems, tearing equipment apart, figuring out what's wrong, and getting machines back up and running? Do you enjoy working on hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, production equipment, motors, fabrication projects, and machinery repairs instead of being stuck doing the same thing every day?

If so, this is the opportunity you've been looking for!

We're seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join a growing manufacturing operation that produces high-volume, precision metal components used throughout the construction and building industries. The organization is recognized for delivering high-quality manufactured products and supporting a wide range of industrial and construction applications.

This is an opportunity to become a key member of the maintenance team, working on a diverse range of machinery and systems while continuing to build your mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fabrication skills.

Why Mechanics Love This Opportunity

• $26.00 - $30.00+/hour starting pay
• Overtime opportunities available
• Stable manufacturing environment with long-term career potential
• Variety of equipment and machinery to troubleshoot and repair
• Hands-on mechanical work every day
• Opportunity to expand electrical troubleshooting skills
• Welding and fabrication training and projects included in the role
• Work alongside knowledgeable maintenance professionals
• High-impact position where your expertise keeps production moving
• Company values quality, craftsmanship, and operational excellence

What You'll Be Doing

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll be responsible for ensuring machinery and equipment remain safe, reliable, and operating at peakperformance.

Daily responsibilities include:

• Installing, assembling, testing, and commissioning new machinery and equipment
• Performing hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Conducting routine inspections to identify wear, damage, and potential failures before downtime occurs
• Performing both preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment
• Diagnosing machinery issues through observation, testing, and performance analysis
• Repairing or replacing worn, damaged, or failed components
• Working with hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, relays, sensors, motors, bearings, and production machinery
• Completing internal welding and fabrication projects to support operations
• Reading and interpreting work orders, maintenance schedules, and repair requirements
• Safely utilizing a variety of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and fabrication tools
• Maintaining maintenance records, inspection schedules, and repair documentation
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that improve equipment reliability and uptime
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Collaborating with operations and production teams to quickly resolve equipment issues

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, Industrial Mechanic, Machinery Mechanic, Millwright, Equipment Mechanic, or similar role
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting abilities
• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Experience performing preventative maintenance and corrective repairs
• Familiarity with sensors, relays, bearings, motors, chains, sprockets, and industrial equipment
• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience
• Basic welding and fabrication experience
• Ability to work independently and solve problems with minimal supervision
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Preferred (Not Required) Qualifications

• Advanced welding and fabrication experience (MIG and Stick)
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and maintenance experience
• Forklift operating experience
• Forklift repair and maintenance experience
• Automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, or industrial maintenance experience
• Experience fabricating custom replacement parts and equipment modifications

This Role Could Be a Great Fit If You Have Experience As A:

• Maintenance Technician
• Maintenance Mechanic
• Industrial Maintenance Technician
• Industrial Mechanic
• Millwright
• Equipment Mechanic
• Diesel Mechanic
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Machine Repair Technician
• Production Maintenance Technician
• Facilities Maintenance Technician
• Conveyor Maintenance Technician

Build a Long-Term Career

This position offers an excellent opportunity for mechanically inclined professionals who enjoy troubleshooting, repairing, fabricating, and continuously improving equipment reliability. Your expertise will directly impact production success, making you a valued part of the

operation from day one.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springfield, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Springfield,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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.