Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Room for growth

Job summary

Aerotek in Waterbury, CT is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on tooling equipment, eyelet machinery, punch presses and stamping systems. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic issues and rebuild tooling assemblies.

Join a team that values safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement while maintaining records and supporting setup/changeover activities in a fully onsite role.

Qualifications

• Maintenance on tooling equipment and stamping machinery.
• Electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting on production machines.
• Repair and rebuild tooling assemblies, die sets and related equipment.
• Follow lockout/tagout policies and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections to ensure tooling machines operate efficiently.
• Assist with machine setups, changeovers, and tooling installations.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with Tool Makers and Production staff to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders.
• Adhere to all safety policies including lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Tool & Die maintenance

Stamping press repair

Bearing & gearbox replacement

Industrial motors & controls

Machine alignment

Welding & fabrication

PLC troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Precision mechanical assembly

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on tooling equipment, eyelet machinery, punch presses, and stamping equipment. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on production machines. Additionally, the technician will maintain, repair, and rebuild tooling assemblies, die sets, punches, and related manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections to ensure tooling machines operate efficiently and produce quality parts.
• Assist with machine setups, changeovers, and tooling installations.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Work closely with Tool Makers and Production personnel to resolve equipment and tooling issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders.
• Follow all safety policies and lockout/tagout procedures.

Essential Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting and maintenance
• Tool & Die equipment maintenance
• Stamping press repair
• Bearing & gearbox replacement
• Industrial motors & controls
• Machine alignment
• Welding & fabrication
• PLC troubleshooting
• Root cause analysis
• Precision mechanical assembly

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• VFD knowledge
• Conveyor maintenance
• CMMS experience
• Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Basic machining
• Continuous improvement mindset

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive work environment where your skills and contributions are valued. Experience a work culture that prioritizes safety and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Work Environment

The role involves working in a manufacturing setting equipped with advanced tooling machinery. The technician will be part of a team dedicated to maintaining high-quality production standards. Safety is a top priority, with strict adherence to lockout/tagout procedures. Standard working hours apply, with occasional shifts required for urgent maintenance needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Waterbury, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58000.00 - $83000.00/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.

health dental 401k pto, room for growth

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waterbury,CT.

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.