Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, and optimize industrial laundry and boiler room equipment across all shifts.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, perform preventative maintenance, and repair components to minimize downtime.

This contract-to-hire role offers onsite work, a stable pay range, and a benefits package including health, 401(k), and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience as a maintenance technician in industrial settings.
• Hands-on maintenance on production or processing equipment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and overhauls on industrial laundry and boiler room systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose failures using testing, inspection, and observation.
• Repair or replace motors, belts, bearings, gears, and components.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to reduce breakdowns.
• Inspect equipment for wear and safety concerns.
• Document maintenance activities and parts used.
• Coordinate with operations to minimize production disruption.
• Follow safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Shift work

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician maintains, repairs, and optimizes industrial laundry and boiler room equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations across all shifts. This role troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, performs preventative maintenance, and responds quickly to equipment issues to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, adjustments, and overhauls on industrial laundry equipment and boiler room systems to keep operations running efficiently.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to identify issues and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Diagnose equipment failures using testing, inspection, and observation to accurately pinpoint root causes.
• Repair or replace motors, belts, bearings, gears, and other machine components as needed to restore equipment functionality.
• Conduct preventative maintenance tasks on industrial equipment to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life.
• Inspect equipment regularly to identify wear, potential failures, and safety concerns, and address them promptly.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used to support accurate maintenance records and future troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with operations and other team members to schedule maintenance and minimize disruption to production.
• Follow safety procedures and best practices while working on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a maintenance technician in an industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, including work on production or processing equipment.
• Strong mechanical skills with the ability to repair and replace motors, belts, bearings, gears, and related components.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and repairing equipment electrical issues.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and the ability to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic components.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems and the ability to troubleshoot and repair pneumatic components.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance tasks on industrial equipment.
• Ability to use testing, inspection, and observation to diagnose equipment failures.
• Capability to work independently on assigned shift with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with industrial laundry equipment and boiler room systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for complex equipment issues.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and other departments.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple maintenance tasks and priorities across shifts.

Why Work Here?

Team members benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that supports their financial security, health, and work-life balance. The organization offers paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, and flexible hours to accommodate different schedules. Employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as paid life insurance and paid long-term disability coverage. Additional protection is available through supplemental life insurance and supplemental short-term disability options. A retention bonus and an employee referral bonus program further reward commitment and contributions, creating an environment that values long‑term growth and employee recognition.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial facility that operates across three shifts, with one technician assigned to each shift: 1st shift from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 2nd shift from 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., and 3rd shift from 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The environment includes industrial laundry equipment and boiler room systems, requiring regular work around mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic machinery. Technicians work hands-on with tools and equipment in an active production setting and are expected to follow appropriate safety practices and wear suitable industrial work attire and protective equipment as required by the facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.50 - $35.75/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 St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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.