Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Aerotek; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician in Moline, IL to support manufacturing equipment and facility systems. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machinery, CNC equipment, and building infrastructure in a hands-on role.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, experience in manufacturing, and a proactive approach to minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing, machining, or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, motors, controls, and industrial equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment, CNC machinery, and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic equipment issues.
• Maintain and support Mazak CNC machines, including program adjustments and optimization as needed.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement effective solutions to reduce downtime.
• Repair, rebuild, and install machinery, production equipment, and supporting infrastructure.
• Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability and safety.
• Complete facility maintenance tasks including lighting, plumbing, HVAC support, and general building repairs.
• Support equipment upgrades, renovations, and capital improvement projects.
• Maintain maintenance records and document repairs, inspections, and equipment performance.
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a safe and organized work environment.
• Work independently to prioritize maintenance requests and respond to production needs in a timely manner.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Independent worker

Preventive maintenance

Problem solving

Education

Vocational training/maintenance education

Tools

Mazak CNC machines

PLC troubleshooting

Hydraulic/pneumatic systems

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This hands‑on role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of production machinery, CNC equipment, and building infrastructure. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, experience in a manufacturing environment, and a proactive approach to minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment, CNC machinery, and facility systems.

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic equipment issues.

• Maintain and support Mazak CNC machines, including program adjustments and optimization as needed.

• Diagnose equipment failures and implement effective solutions to reduce downtime.

• Repair, rebuild, and install machinery, production equipment, and supporting infrastructure.

• Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability and safety.

• Complete facility maintenance tasks including lighting, plumbing, HVAC support, and general building repairs.

• Support equipment upgrades, renovations, and capital improvement projects.

• Maintain maintenance records and document repairs, inspections, and equipment performance.

• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a safe and organized work environment.

• Work independently to prioritize maintenance requests and respond to production needs in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Required

• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing, machining, or industrial environment.

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.

• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, motors, controls, and industrial equipment.

• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.

• Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance practices.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred

• Experience with Mazak CNC machines and CNC programming.

• Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and industrial controls.

• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Welding or fabrication experience is a plus.

• Vocational training, technical certificate, or related maintenance education.

Why Join Us?

• Stable 1st Shift schedule with excellent work-life balance.

• Weekly pay.

• Consistent overtime opportunities with essentially unlimited earning potential.

• Competitive compensation based on experience.

• Comprehensive medical benefits with employee-friendly coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan and company pension program to help build long-term financial security.

• Generous year-end bonus program rewarding employee contributions and company success.

• Opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing equipment and highly skilled professionals.

• Long-term career growth with an established and financially stable manufacturing organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Moline, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $32.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Moline,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.