Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Professional certification reimburse

Incentive pay

Community service day

Job summary

Aerotek in Warren, OH seeks a Maintenance Technician for a permanent, multi‑craft role on the third shift (11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.). The work occurs in a heavy industrial steel environment, focusing on maintaining, repairing, and upgrading machinery and control systems with a strong safety culture.

You will read electrical schematics, troubleshoot 480V and 3‑phase systems, perform MIG or stick welding, and support upgrades to minimize downtime. Collaboration in a union shop is emphasized.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial maintenance or 3+ years with technical schooling.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints.
• Experience with 480V/3-phase systems, welding, and PMs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, troubleshoot, install, and upgrade machinery and control systems.
• Read, edit, and create PLC ladder logic to diagnose issues.
• Perform MIG/STICK welding for repairs and modifications.
• Follow preventative maintenance and document tasks.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

MIG welding

Read schematics

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

3-phase 480V

Owns tools

Safety culture

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, installing, and upgrading industrial machinery and control systems in a heavy industrial steel environment. The Maintenance Technician works with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, supports safe and reliable production, and contributes to a strong safety-focused and team-oriented culture on a union-represented third shift.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, troubleshoot, install, and upgrade industrial machinery and control systems to support reliable production operations.

• Read, edit, and create PLC ladder logic to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.

• Maintain production equipment, including both mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.

• Follow and support a preventative maintenance program, performing scheduled PMs on machinery and documenting work as required.

• Work with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to diagnose and correct equipment malfunctions.

• Perform MIG and stick welding, burning, and cutting to complete machinery repairs and modifications.

• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, including 480V and 3-phase systems, AC/DC circuits, and various voltage levels.

• Interpret and use electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints to guide maintenance and repair work.

• Maintain a safe work environment by consistently following safety procedures and contributing to a strong safety culture.

• Collaborate with other maintenance and production team members to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement.

• Use personally owned tools to perform daily maintenance tasks effectively and efficiently.

• Support upgrades and improvements to machinery and control systems as the facility grows and expands.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, or a minimum of 3 years of experience combined with technical schooling.

• High school diploma or equivalent education.

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, with a preference for experience that is 50% or more on the electrical side.

• Hands-on experience working with 480V, AC/DC systems, and 110V, 220V, and 480V circuits.

• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems in an industrial environment.

• Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints.

• Proficiency in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, including 480V and 3-phase systems.

• PLC troubleshooting experience, including working with PLC ladder logic.

• Basic welding skills, with MIG or stick welding preferred, for machinery repair and fabrication.

• Ownership and regular use of personal tools suitable for industrial maintenance work.

• Ability to work safely and consistently follow established safety procedures in a heavy industrial environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience repairing cranes in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

• Experience working on conveyors, stamping presses, reduction mills, slitters, and presses.

• PLC programming experience in addition to PLC troubleshooting.

• Prior experience in a multi-craft maintenance role within a union shop environment.

• Familiarity with industrial steel manufacturing or similar heavy industrial operations.

• Comfort working on off-shift or third shift schedules.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a stable, long-term work environment where average tenure ranges from 20 to 25 years, reflecting strong retention and satisfaction. The workplace offers a union setting with regular annual pay increases and solid benefits, supporting financial security and career longevity. The culture emphasizes a family-type atmosphere where colleagues look out for one another and treat each other with respect and care. Safety is a core value, with a strong track record and a focus on maintaining a safe, well-organized facility. The organization recognizes and celebrates loyalty by honoring work anniversaries every five years with gift cards and public acknowledgment, and many team members have decades of service. With ongoing growth and expansion, employees can be part of an optimistic future and contribute to continuous improvement in a supportive environment.

Work Environment

This is a direct-hire, multi-craft maintenance position in a union shop, working primarily on third shift from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The role includes off-shift work with a shift differential and an additional bonus program for off-shift hours. The facility is a heavy industrial steel environment that is clean and well lit, but can be noisy due to stamping presses and other production equipment. The workplace is highly safety conscious, with a strong safety record and a culture that prioritizes safe work practices. The team environment is close-knit and collaborative, with approximately 120 employees and a family-oriented culture where people support each other. The setting involves working with industrial machinery, 480V and 3-phase electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding equipment, and requires appropriate industrial work attire and adherence to safety and personal protective equipment requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Warren, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45760.00 - $76960.00/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.

Full benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts and Life Insurance401(k) with company matchIncentive PayPaid Time OffTuition ReimbursementProfessional Certification ReimbursementCommunity Service Day

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Warren,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

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.