Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician Job Description
The Industrial Maintenance Technician installs, troubleshoots, and repairs industrial equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production processes. This role maintains hydraulic and pneumatic systems, performs preventive maintenance, and supports equipment upgrades and improvement projects while working closely with operators and maintenance teammates in a heavy industrial environment.
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment to minimize downtime and maintain consistent production performance.
Maintain, repair, and adjust hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Perform routine and preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment according to established schedules.
Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical schematics, and technical documentation to diagnose issues and complete repairs accurately.
Perform welding and basic fabrication work to repair, modify, or install equipment components.
Install, align, and maintain motors, bearings, shafts, conveyors, and related mechanical components.
Support equipment upgrades and continuous improvement projects by installing new components and assisting with modifications.
Work safely around heavy industrial machinery, following all safety procedures and using appropriate protective equipment.
Collaborate with equipment operators and maintenance teammates to identify problems quickly and develop effective solutions.
Document maintenance activities as required and communicate equipment status to supervisors and team members.
Essential Skills
Hands-on experience as an industrial or mechanical maintenance technician.
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment.
Working knowledge of hydraulic systems, including maintenance and repair.
Working knowledge of pneumatic systems, including maintenance and repair.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical schematics.
Welding skills and experience with basic fabrication work.
Experience installing and aligning motors, bearings, shafts, and conveyors.
Commitment to working safely around heavy industrial machinery and following safety protocols.
Ability to collaborate effectively with operators and maintenance teammates to resolve issues quickly.
Must provide and use personally owned tools suitable for industrial maintenance work.
Ability and willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
Experience supporting equipment upgrades, modifications, and improvement projects.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Flexibility to work rotating day and night shifts every 28 days.
Reliability and strong work ethic suited to a long-term manufacturing career.
Why Work Here?
Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports both financial security and work-life balance. The organization offers weekly pay, shift premium opportunities, and a robust suite of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, and flexible spending accounts. Team members enjoy paid holidays and PTO, an annual tool allowance, and company-provided personal protective equipment. The 12-hour shift structure offers the potential for every other weekend off, while the overall environment provides a stable, long-term manufacturing career path with consistent hours and strong support for skilled trades professionals.
Work Environment
The role is based in a non-climate-controlled heavy industrial manufacturing facility, where temperatures may vary with the seasons. Technicians work 12-hour rotating shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule, rotating between days and nights every 28 days, with typical hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The position involves regular exposure to operating machinery, noise, and industrial materials, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures. Company-provided personal protective equipment is supplied and expected to be worn as required by site safety standards.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.
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 & 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
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.
