Maintenance Technician - Reading

Aerotek; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician to support highly automated meat processing equipment in Reading, PA. You will perform electrical and mechanical maintenance, diagnose issues, and implement preventive measures to maximize uptime.

The role offers permanent, onsite work with 1st and 2nd shifts, emphasizing safety, OSHA/HACCP/GMP/SQF compliance, and reliable production performance. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electromechanical or industrial maintenance.
• Experience with 120–480V electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot PLCs without programming.
• Read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Apply lockout/tagout and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety priority per OSHA/HACCP/GMP/SQF and food safety regulations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical (120V–480V), pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on equipment.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and automation signals (no programming required).
• Read blueprints and schematics to identify issues and plan repairs.

Skills

Electromechanical maintenance

Industrial electrical systems

Troubleshooting PLCs

Electrical schematics

Lockout/Tagout safety

Meat processing familiarity

Job description

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

The Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician maintains, troubleshoots, and optimizes production equipment in a food manufacturing environment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations with minimal downtime. This direct placement role offers openings on both 1st and 2nd shift and focuses on supporting highly automated meat processing equipment through expert electrical and mechanical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform all maintenance activities with safety as the highest priority, strictly following OSHA, HACCP, GMP, SQF, and food safety regulations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical (120V to 480V), pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on production and food processing equipment.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and maintain consistent production efficiency.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and other automation systems, focusing on inputs, outputs, and control signals (programming not required).
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical manuals to identify issues and plan repairs.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in electromechanical or industrial maintenance, preferably within the food processing or manufacturing industry.
• Strong proficiency working with industrial electrical components and systems from 120V up to 480V and higher.
• Hands‑on experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot PLCs and automation systems, including inputs, outputs, and signal flow (without requiring programming).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Solid understanding and practical use of lockout/tagout procedures and general industrial safety practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing or meat processing environment with familiarity in HACCP, GMP, SQF, and food safety requirements.
• Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance programs aimed at improving equipment reliability.
• Exposure to industrial motors, assemblies, and mechanical maintenance in a high-volume production setting.
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools and power tools for repair, assembly, and basic welding tasks.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/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 & 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 Reading,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

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.