Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift 36/hour

Aerotek; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician for its Reading, PA facility. This permanent onsite role supports 2nd and 3rd shifts, with every other weekend on 1st shift, to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

The position offers weekly pay and comprehensive benefits in a large manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC systems, reading schematics, and performing preventive

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and determine repair strategies.
• Proven capability to troubleshoot PLC systems (Allen-Bradley/Siemens).
• Experience working with high-voltage electrical systems (480V).

Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical maintenance on plant equipment and facilities.
• Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and replace components to ensure safe operation.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics to locate issues.
• Troubleshoot PLCs to resolve control and automation problems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to extend equipment life.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical schematics

PLC troubleshooting

High voltage 480V

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-based systems in an industrial manufacturing environment. You will support production by minimizing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient facility. Openings are available on 2nd and 3rd shift, with every other weekend work on 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical maintenance on all plant equipment and facilities, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC systems.
• Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and replace components on industrial manufacturing equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics to identify issues and determine effective repair strategies.
• Troubleshoot PLC systems, including platforms such as Allen‑Bradley and Siemens, to resolve control and automation issues.
• Apply maintenance knowledge to increase productivity, reduce downtime, and minimize waste across the facility.
• Respond quickly and effectively to machine downtime events, working with a strong sense of urgency.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to extend equipment life and prevent unplanned failures.
• Conduct electrical maintenance and troubleshooting on high‑voltage systems, including 480V and 3‑phase power.
• Carry out mechanical maintenance, including fabrication, welding, and mechanical repairs as needed.

Essential Skills

• At least 57 years of experience successfully troubleshooting and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Proven experience in industrial maintenance, including both electrical and mechanical maintenance in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong electro‑mechanical maintenance skills, including work on complex industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair electrical systems, including high‑level electrical work up to 480V.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Reading, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $75000.00/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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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 Reading, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

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.