Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Aerotek; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Maintenance Technician for the 1st shift in Madison, Wisconsin, in a GMP food manufacturing environment. The role focuses on maintenance and projects aimed at healthier options that drive sales.

You will troubleshoot 3-phase motors, perform preventative maintenance on food production equipment, install transformers and conveyors, and repair motors using schematics; experience with PLCs (Allen Bradley and Siemens) is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in preventative maintenance.
• 2+ years mechanical troubleshooting.
• 1+ years in food manufacturing.
• Proficiency in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical issues with 3-phase motors, washers, and bearings.
• Perform preventative maintenance on food production machinery.
• Install machinery such as transformers and conveyors.
• Rebuild and repair motors and facility equipment.
• Work with equipment using schematics.
• Gain experience in electrical systems (PLCs) with brands like Allen Bradley and Siemens.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Food manufacturing

Mechanical hydraulics

Electrical troubleshooting

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Job Description

This position involves performing maintenance duties within a food manufacturing facility. Our facility is currently engaged in projects that focus on healthier options, contributing significantly to growth in sales.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical issues with 3-phase motors, washers, and bearings.
• Perform preventative maintenance on food production machinery.
• Install machinery such as transformers and conveyors.
• Rebuild and repair motors and facility equipment.
• Work with equipment using schematics.
• Gain experience in electrical systems (PLCs) with brands like Allen Bradley and Siemens.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in preventative maintenance.
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical troubleshooting.
• 1+ years of experience in food manufacturing.
• Proficiency in mechanical, hydraulics, and electrical troubleshooting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge in electrical systems and troubleshooting.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy direct hire benefits, competitive pay, performance-based bonuses, and paid holidays. After 60 days, receive comprehensive medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. Participate in a 401K investment plan with matching opportunities after three months. Benefit from an attendance bonus of $15 per day when working a complete weekly schedule.

Work Environment

Work in a GMP environment requiring beard nets, hair nets, safety glasses, and steel toe shoes. The position operates on the 1st shift from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, totaling 48-hour work weeks with built-in overtime. Pay is distributed bi-weekly.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $85000.00/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.

• Direct Hire
• $30-$40 an hour
• Bonus based of Performance
• Paid Holidays – (7 days)… NY Day, Memorial Day, July 4, LaborDay, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day.
• Attendance Bonus - $15/day (paid if employee works entire schedule for the week)
• GHC Medical/Health Insurance – after 60 days
• KCL – Dental/Vision/STD-LTD/Life Insurance – after 60 days
• 401K Investment (3 months in)a. match

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.