Night Shift Maintenance Technician – PLC & Automation

Aerotek

Blue Ash (OH)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 81,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the night shift in Blue Ash, OH, supporting a fast-paced automated manufacturing environment. You will perform electrical troubleshooting, PLC problem-solving, and mechanical repairs to maximize uptime across motors, conveyors, pumps, and plant systems.

Responsibilities include reading schematics, maintaining safety, and documenting maintenance actions in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Proven electrical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on PLC troubleshooting and industrial automation experience.
Strong knowledge of 3-phase motor controls and AC/DC drives.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Experience working with motors, conveyors, pumps, and power transmission systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
Solid understanding of sensors, photo eyes, relays, limit switches, and industrial control systems.
Competence in mechanical troubleshooting, including gearboxes and related components.
Strong computer skills within a Microsoft environment for documentation and system interfaces.
Commitment to following safety procedures and working safely around high-speed automated equipment and plant utilities.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to restore equipment to safe and efficient operation.
Support PLC troubleshooting on automated equipment, identifying and resolving control-related issues.
Work with motors, conveyors, drives, pumps, and industrial control systems to maintain consistent production flow.
Assist with boiler controls, compressors, steam systems, and other plant utilities as needed.
Maintain production uptime and equipment efficiency by responding quickly to breakdowns and performance issues.
Use knowledge of sensors, photo eyes, relays, limit switches, and other sensor systems to diagnose and correct faults.
Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics to guide troubleshooting and repairs.
Complete documentation and maintenance logs accurately and in a timely manner to support maintenance tracking and compliance.
Follow all safety and environmental policies, procedures, and PPE requirements while working around electrical panels, moving machinery, and plant utilities.
Collaborate with production and maintenance team members to prioritize work, communicate equipment status, and support continuous improvement.
Participate in structured training programs and apply learned skills to improve maintenance practices and equipment reliability.