Industrial Maintenance Lead - 3rd Shift $35-45/hr!
Job Description
The 3rd shift Maintenance Lead oversees all multi-craft maintenance activities while working hands-on to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment. This role supports the achievement of business goals by ensuring safe and efficient equipment operation, leading shift work execution, driving failure reporting and root cause analysis, and promoting continuous improvement across shifts. The Maintenance Lead also serves as the primary technical resource for the maintenance team on 3rd shift (8:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday).
Responsibilities
Perform multi-craft maintenance activities to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment.
Execute preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on AC/DC motors, pumps, sumps, gearboxes, hydraulic units, analog and digital drives, lift trucks, machinery, and industrial equipment.
Safely disassemble equipment, identify and recommend appropriate replacement parts, and reassemble equipment to proper operating condition.
Make sound judgments on when to repair versus replace parts to ensure reliability and cost-effectiveness.
Apply proven experience in hydraulics and pneumatics, including understanding fluid power systems and performing preventive and corrective maintenance.
Lead shift work execution by organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating maintenance tasks throughout the 3rd shift.
Act as the technical resource for maintenance personnel, providing guidance on troubleshooting and repair methods.
Champion failure reporting and root cause analysis to identify recurring issues and implement corrective actions.
Participate in and support continuous improvement activities focused on equipment reliability, uptime, and safety.
Contribute to and participate in Failure Reporting and Root Cause Analysis processes to reduce repeat failures.
Use electrical troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve issues involving AC, DC, and variable frequency drives, motors, and control systems.
Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, ladder logic, and electrical specifications to guide troubleshooting and repair.
Install, maintain, and repair single-phase and three-phase wiring in accordance with electrical standards and codes.
Perform replacement drive installations and ensure proper configuration and operation.
Troubleshoot, create, and modify Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programs as needed, when qualified to do so.
Utilize measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators, and electrical test equipment such as amp meters, ohmmeters, meggers, and voltmeters.
Support and participate in predictive maintenance activities and apply knowledge of predictive technologies and measures.
Ensure all required maintenance documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted in a timely manner.
Communicate effectively across shifts to ensure continuity of work, clear handoffs, and shared understanding of equipment status.
Apply reliability principles to improve equipment performance and reduce unplanned downtime.
Collaborate with other departments to minimize production interruptions and support operational goals.
Follow all safety procedures and practices while working in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
When needed and if qualified, perform welding and fabrication of machine parts from drawings to support equipment repairs.
Support adherence to attendance and workplace policies, including the point-based attendance system, while setting a positive example for others.
Essential Skills
Proven experience as a multi-craft maintenance technician in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Hands-on experience performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on AC/DC motors, pumps, sumps, gearboxes, hydraulic units, analog and digital drives, lift trucks, machinery, and industrial equipment.
Demonstrated ability to safely disassemble, inspect, recommend replacement parts for, and reassemble equipment.
Proven experience with hydraulics and pneumatics and a solid understanding of fluid power systems.
Demonstrated working knowledge of electrical standards and codes, including installing single-phase and three-phase wiring.
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, ladder logic, and electrical specifications.
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including understanding and diagnosing AC, DC, and variable frequency drives.
Capability to perform replacement drive installations and verify proper operation.
Sound knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), with the ability to troubleshoot and, preferably, create and modify programs.
Ability to use precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
Proficiency with electrical test equipment including amp meters, ohmmeters, meggers, voltmeters, and other basic electrical tools.
Understanding of reliability principles and their application to equipment and maintenance strategies.
Knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies and measures.
Ability to participate in and support Failure Reporting and Root Cause Analysis processes.
Willingness and ability to work 3rd shift (8:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday) in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Welding skills and the ability to fabricate machine parts from drawings for equipment repairs are preferred.
Ability to understand and complete AutoCAD drawings is a plus.
Experience in maintenance supervision or leading maintenance work execution is beneficial.
Experience communicating across shifts and documenting maintenance activities clearly and accurately.
Experience working with continuous improvement initiatives related to maintenance and equipment reliability.
Comfort working with point-based attendance systems and structured workplace policies.
Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
Effective communication skills to serve as a technical resource for other maintenance team members.
Why Work Here?
Join a long-established manufacturer that has operated for over a century and is actively contributing to the growth of renewable energy by producing components such as bimetallic wire technology and cable solutions used in solar panels. You will work in an environment where your technical expertise directly supports a high-demand, rapidly expanding industry. The organization offers highly competitive compensation and values skilled trades professionals who drive reliability, safety, and continuous improvement on the production floor.
Work Environment
This role is based in a manufacturing facility operating on 3rd shift from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. The environment is non-climate-controlled, with hot working conditions in the summer months inside the plant. The work involves hands-on physical labor typical of industrial and manufacturing settings, including working around machinery, industrial equipment, and material handling vehicles. The facility uses a point-based attendance system, and employees are expected to adhere to structured attendance and workplace policies. You will regularly use industrial tools, precision measuring instruments, and electrical test equipment while working in and around production lines and maintenance areas.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fayetteville, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Fayetteville,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 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.
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.
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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):
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