Maintenance Technician - HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Aerotek; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision (Day 1)

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Maintenance Technician for a first-shift role in Milwaukee, WI. The position involves maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing production machinery and facility equipment to keep operations safe and efficient.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, failure analysis, and using CMMS to track work orders. The role requires hands-on experience, mechanical knowledge, and strong safety discipline in a modern manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Mechanical knowledge of machinery and equipment.
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Preventative maintenance proficiency.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting.
• Adherence to safety and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect machinery and equipment for wear or damage.
• Test machinery with electrical/electronic equipment to diagnose issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance on schedule.
• Complete inspections daily/weekly/monthly/annually.
• Install and troubleshoot equipment to maintain production.
• Conduct failure analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Identify defective machines and replace parts as needed.
• Use measuring tools for repairs and adjustments.
• Read blueprints and technical docs for guidance.
• Use CMMS to document work orders.
• Perform basic repairs on conveyors and blast/paint booths.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE.

Skills

Maintenance technician

Mechanical knowledge

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Preventive maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

HVAC knowledge

Reading blueprints

CMMS experience

Conveyor systems

Safety & PPE

Tools

CMMS

Blueprints/Diagrams

Job description

Job Title: 1st Shift Maintenance Technician (3rd shift available, too)

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs production machinery and facility equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation. This role performs routine and preventative maintenance, conducts detailed failure analysis, and uses electrical and electronic test equipment to diagnose issues and support continuous production.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect machinery and equipment to identify wear, damage, or potential failures.
• Test machinery and equipment using electrical and electronic test equipment to diagnose issues and verify proper operation.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment according to an established schedule.
• Complete daily, weekly, monthly, and annual inspections of machinery and equipment as scheduled.
• Install, diagnose, and troubleshoot equipment to maintain production levels throughout the facility.
• Conduct detailed failure analysis to determine root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• Identify defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts in accordance with specifications and blueprints.
• Use precision measuring instruments and hand tools to perform accurate repairs and adjustments.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation to guide installation, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Utilize a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to document work, track maintenance activities, and manage work orders.
• Perform basic repairs on conveyor systems, including blast and paint booth systems.
• Follow strict safety procedures at all times and consistently wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Skills

• Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge, including the ability to install, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment.
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Proficiency in preventative and routine maintenance practices for industrial equipment.
• Ability to perform electrical troubleshooting on machinery and facility systems.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems in an industrial setting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Knowledge of basic conveyor system repair, including blast and paint booth systems.
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting in an industrial environment.
• Strict commitment to following safety procedures and using required PPE.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from Day 1 medical, dental, and vision insurance, providing immediate access to comprehensive health coverage. The organization offers profit sharing, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability, supporting financial security and peace of mind. Team members enjoy first-shift hours, company-provided uniforms, and the opportunity to work in a new, clean, and safe facility. The business is growing and successful, offering long-term stability and opportunities to develop skills and advance within a supportive, safety-focused culture.

Work Environment

This role operates on a first-shift schedule, providing consistent daytime hours. Work takes place in a new, clean, and safe industrial facility with modern equipment and systems. The environment emphasizes safety, with strict adherence to procedures and required PPE. The company supplies uniforms, contributing to a professional and practical dress code. Employees work within a growing operation that values reliability, continuous improvement, and well-maintained machinery, supported by tools such as CMMS and modern diagnostic equipment.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 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 & 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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

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.