Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician for a fully onsite contract-to-hire role in North Chesterfield, VA. You will diagnose and repair basic electrical and mechanical issues on production equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and support with hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC systems.

The role requires welding ability and reading schematics, with overtime potential in a heavy manufacturing environment. Pay is $34.50/hour, with competitive benefits upon permanency.

Qualifications

• Mechanical maintenance experience in industrial settings.
• Basic electrical knowledge, including 480V systems.
• Experience with hydraulic systems in production environments.
• Experience with pneumatic systems and troubleshooting.
• Ability to perform minor welding for repair and fabrication.
• PLC troubleshooting and minor ladder logic modifications.
• Understanding of motor control and industrial motors.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced heavy industrial environment.
• Ability to perform basic preventive and predictive maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot basic electrical and mechanical problems with machinery and equipment.
• Perform basic repairs to production machinery using general maintenance techniques and tools.
• Complete basic preventive and predictive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and alignment.
• Perform basic welding for repair and fabrication of equipment.
• Assist with electrical, hydraulic, PLC, and pneumatic system work as required.
• Support minor PLC troubleshooting and ladder logic modifications under guidance.
• Read schematics and blueprints to understand layouts.
• Monitor equipment condition and utilize planned outages for maintenance.
• Collaborate with mechanics and operators to reduce downtime.
• Work safely in a hot, loud, and dirty industrial environment with extrusion processes.
• Respond to equipment issues quickly and prioritize tasks by operational needs.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical basics

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding

PLC troubleshooting

Motor control

Reading schematics

Job description

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician diagnoses and resolves basic electrical and mechanical issues on production machinery and equipment, performs repairs and preventative maintenance, and supports continuous, reliable operation in a fast-paced industrial environment. This role involves hands‑on work with mechanical systems, basic welding, and assisting with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, combustion, and motor control systems while ensuring equipment is maintained safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot basic electrical and mechanical problems with machinery and equipment.
• Perform basic repairs to production machinery using general maintenance techniques, tools, and mechanical skills.
• Complete basic preventative and predictive maintenance tasks, including lubricating, aligning, adjusting, and cleaning equipment.
• Perform basic welding for the repair and fabrication of mechanical equipment and components.
• Assist with work on electrical, hydraulic, PLC, combustion, and pneumatic systems as required.
• Support minor PLC troubleshooting and modifications, including ladder logic adjustments, under appropriate guidance.
• Read and interpret schematics and blueprints to understand equipment layouts, wiring, and mechanical assemblies.
• Monitor the condition of equipment and make effective use of planned outages to perform maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with mechanics and machine operators to resolve equipment issues and minimize downtime.
• Work safely in a hot, heavy, loud, and dirty industrial environment with metal extrusion processes.
• Respond to equipment issues in a fast-paced production setting and prioritize tasks based on operational needs.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical experience in industrial maintenance.
• Basic electrical knowledge, including working with 480V industrial systems.
• Experience working with hydraulic systems in a production or industrial setting.
• Experience working with pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting basic issues.
• Ability to perform minor welding for repair and fabrication of mechanical equipment.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and minor modifications, including ladder logic.
• Understanding of motor control and industrial motor systems.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and blueprints.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced industrial environment with heavy machinery.
• Ability to perform basic preventative and predictive maintenance tasks such as lubrication, alignment, adjustment, and cleaning.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting combustion systems in an industrial setting is a plus.
• Prior exposure to metal extrusion or similar heavy manufacturing processes is beneficial.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical issues efficiently.
• Effective communication skills to work collaboratively with mechanics, operators, and other maintenance staff.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a multi-task role.
• Willingness to work extended hours and frequent overtime to support production needs.

Why Work Here

Employees benefit from competitive entry-level pay, production-based bonuses once hired permanently, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports long-term financial and personal well-being. Team members can earn up to two weeks of vacation in their first year, participate in pension and 401(k) programs, and access an Anthem consumer-driven health plan with dental and vision coverage at low weekly premiums. The organization values hard work, offers opportunities to grow in a skilled trade, and rewards performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a heavy industrial facility with metal extrusion processes, where the environment is hot, loud, and dirty, and work involves handling heavy materials and equipment. Maintenance Technicians train on day shift, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for the first couple of months, then transition to a 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. schedule. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, with frequent overtime on Saturdays and Sundays as needed, resulting in approximately 50-60 hours per week. Work involves close interaction with industrial machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, PLCs, motor controls, and other production equipment in a fast-paced setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Chesterfield, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.50 - $34.50/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 North Chesterfield,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail].

Aerotek provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Aerotek are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Aerotek does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color and religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disabilities or any other characteristics protected by law.