Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Aerotek • Ames, IA • 7h ago

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of maintenance processes and equipment, with a focus on preventative maintenance and electrical systems. This role involves ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing processes through effective equipment management.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance on equipment used in the manufacturing process.

Install and maintain manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Conduct equipment inspections and troubleshoot any issues.

Perform machine installations, modifications, and fabrications as necessary.

Act as the initial contact for maintenance-related production issues during the second shift.

Essential Skills

Proficient in preventative maintenance and electrical systems.

Strong knowledge of LOTO procedures.

Experience with electrical systems, including 3 Phase, Single Phase, and DC.

Familiarity with mechanical systems, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical motors with gearing and belt systems.

Capability to troubleshoot and repair machinery.

PLC troubleshooting skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in performing preventative maintenance is a plus.

Background in electrical maintenance is advantageous.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-oriented company that values work-life balance and flexibility. Enjoy the flexibility to attend important family events and commitments with the understanding that you can make up time. Benefit from working in a supportive environment where many staff members have been with the company for over five years, reflecting low turnover and a strong team spirit.

Work Environment

This role is within a smaller, family-owned and operated company that prioritizes both hard work and accommodating personal family matters. The work schedule includes a 1st Shift from 5 AM to 1 PM and a 2nd Shift from 1 PM to 9 PM. The dress code requires steel toe boots, jeans or work pants without holes, and a t-shirt. Personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection is provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

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 Ames,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

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