Maintenance Technician I

AAON, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

AAON, Inc. in the United States seeks a Machinery Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical equipment across our factory floor.

You will follow diagrams and manuals, use hand and power tools, and collaborate with a maintenance team to keep conveyors, pumps, motors, and pneumatic systems running safely and efficiently. This on-site role requires basic computer skills and willingness to work in a dusty environment with heat, lifting up to 50 pounds, and

Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED required; certification in skilled maintenance trades preferred.
• Education beyond minimum is an advantage for career development.
• 1–3 years of basic mechanical experience.
• Basic computer literacy (Outlook, Word, Excel) and ability to search/find files.
• Experience with preventive maintenance software.
• Hands-on experience with equipment controls and basic NESC, UL/ETL knowledge (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic).
• Material handling certification, Lock Out/Tag Out, lifting & rigging or journeyman/trades licensing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measures voltage, current, and power in AC/DC circuits and uses diagnostic tools for troubleshooting.
• Executes basic wiring, understands wire gauges, and applies NEC/UL codes.
• Uses diagnostics software to troubleshoot electrical and automation issues.
• Aligns, installs, and maintains belts, pulleys, chains, sprockets, shafts and bearings.
• Installs or replaces motors; understands air and water systems.
• Maintains pneumatic lines/hoses; adjusts pressures and checks water separators/drains.
• Diagnoses and repairs compressors/vacuum pumps.
• Basic pipe fitting knowledge; uses a pipe threader; follows fluid contamination prevention.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains pumps, hoses, valves, cylinders, filters, regulators, seals.
• Demonstrates basic welding knowledge (MIG/TIG) and safe welding practices.
• Performs other assigned duties as required.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Preventive maintenance

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma or GED

Certification in skilled maintenance trades

Basic computer literacy (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Tools

Diagnostics software

Pipe threader

Measuring instruments

Job description

Job Summary:

As a Machinery Maintenance Technician, diagnose, repair, adjust, and maintain industrial manufacturing machinery, including sheet metal machines, engines, pneumatic tools, and conveyor systems. Adhere to diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturing specifications while utilizing hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing instruments. Demonstrate effective communication skills and collaborate seamlessly as a valued member of a maintenance organization.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Measures voltage, current, and power in AC/DC circuits and uses diagnostic tools for troubleshooting.


• Executes basic wiring, comprehends wire gauges, and applies knowledge of NEC/UL codes.


• Utilizes a computer and diagnostics software for electrical and automation problem diagnosis.


• Aligns, installs, and maintains various mechanical components, including belt drives, pulleys, chains, sprocket drives, shaft assemblies, and bearings.


• Installs or replaces motors and understands air and water systems.


• Aligns, installs, and maintains pneumatic lines/hoses, adjusts pressures, and checks the operation of water separator/drain in pneumatic systems.


• Diagnoses and repairs compressors/vacuum pumps.


• Demonstrates basic pipe fitting knowledge, uses a pipe threader, and understands fluid contamination prevention processes.


• Installs, repairs, and maintains pumps, hoses, valves, cylinders, filters, regulators, and seals.


• Demonstrates basic knowledge of metal materials, welding rods, and procedures.


• Recognizes and uses proper safety equipment in welding, including mig and tig welding equipment.


• Performs other assigned duties.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• An individual in this position has attained a minimum of HS diploma/GED to meet entry-level requirements and has completed certification in any of the skilled maintenance trades.


• Education beyond the minimum is an added advantage for career development activities.


• The individual will have a minimum of 1-3 years of basic mechanical experience.


• The individual should also have a basic understanding of computers including Microsoft Office, such as Outlook, Word, Excel and should know how to search, send electronic communication, find files, etc.


• Individual needs to be able to learn and use preventive maintenance software for scheduling and monitoring various equipment throughout the factory.


• The individual should have hands‑on experience with all types of equipment controls and basic NESC, UL/ETL knowledge (to include electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, etc.).


• Current material handling certification, Lock Out/Tag Out, Lifting & Rigging, preventive or predictive maintenance or any journeyman/trades licensing is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• License(s): None


• Certification(s): None


• Successful job incumbents will consistently demonstrate competency when engaged in the following critical tasks: Evaluate corrective maintenance/repair on machinery.


• Continuous successful pursuit of and completion of the designated maintenance education program.

Work Environment:

• Perform all tasks on-site.


• Ensure a safe work environment by following applicable safety policies.


• Work consistently in a dusty factory setting, experiencing extreme temperatures.


• Collaborate efficiently in a team for effective problem-solving and backup support.


• Work at elevated heights exceeding 3 ft. when necessary.


• Lift weights of up to 50 pounds.

Disclaimer:

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice.


• This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions.


• The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time.


• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily.


• If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

About AAON and BASX:

At AAON and BASX, we’re driven by a shared commitment to innovation, performance, and sustainability. Since 1988, AAON has been at the forefront of the HVAC industry, delivering cutting‑edge solutions for commercial and industrial indoor environments. Since joining forces with AAON in 2021, BASX has built on that foundation with highly engineered, custom solutions for critical environments—including cleanrooms, data centers, and laboratories—where precision and reliability matter most. Together, we design and manufacture highly configurable systems tailored to each application, ensuring our customers achieve exceptional efficiency, performance, and long‑term value. Join us in shaping smarter, more sustainable environments for the future.