Electro Mechanical Maintenance

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionThis role focuses on repairing and maintaining production equipment, bakery ovens, and building systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will perform both mechanical and electrical maintenance, including preventive and corrective work, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of industrial equipment and automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment, bakery ovens, and building systems in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical equipment problems and perform timely repairs to restore service.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a wide range of industrial machinery to reduce unscheduled downtime.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete maintenance and repair tasks.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices and diagnostic tools.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical controls, wiring, lighting, and related components.
• Inspect electrical components such as transformers, circuit breakers, motors, relays, contactors, sensors, and other control devices.
• Evaluate electrical systems for safety, reliability, and performance, and recommend improvements where needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and electrical control systems, including PLC-based systems, to identify and resolve malfunctions.
• Support electrical projects and system improvements, including minor computer and system connectivity work such as running cables and making connections.
• Work in accordance with safety regulations, procedures (including Lockout/Tagout, confined spaces, and hazardous materials), and company policies.
• Ensure all jobs are performed in compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
• Support preventive maintenance programs with the goal of minimizing equipment failures and downtime.
• Read and interpret equipment schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation to guide troubleshooting and repairs.
• Analyze equipment problems and take corrective actions to restore proper operation.
• Utilize familiarity with PLC hardware, software, and programs to effectively diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Complete all assigned work orders within the allotted time and according to established procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and shift logs to ensure proper communication between shifts and departments.
• Identify and request required parts and materials needed to complete maintenance jobs efficiently.
• Conduct repairs on electro-mechanical systems, motor controls, pumps, compressed air systems, combustion systems, basic plumbing, and mechanical drives such as gearboxes, sprockets and chains, belts, clutches, bearings, and brakes.
• Provide clarification to the planner/scheduler when work orders or requests lack sufficient information.
• Lead and support efforts to identify root causes of equipment failures and reliability gaps, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain open communication with all departments and personnel regarding safety, job efficiency, product quality, and housekeeping.
• Apply fabrication, welding, machining, pneumatics, hydraulics, and general troubleshooting skills as needed to support maintenance activities.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of electrical maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including work with 480V/3-phase industrial equipment where available.
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience on industrial machinery and automated equipment.
• Hands-on experience with motors, relays, contactors, sensors, transformers, circuit breakers, and motor control systems.
• Proficiency in preventive and corrective maintenance practices for industrial equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC-based systems, with exposure to PLC hardware and software considered a strong plus.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills, including the ability to analyze problems and implement effective corrective actions.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience working with food, bakery, packaging, conveyor, or automated manufacturing equipment is a major plus.
• Comfort using hand tools and power tools in a maintenance setting.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, confined spaces, and hazardous materials.
• Ability to use electrical testing devices and diagnostic tools to identify issues.
• Capability to install, maintain, and repair electrical controls, wiring, and lighting systems.
• Familiarity with computer and system connectivity work, including running cables and making connections.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with industrial equipment maintenance in a high-volume manufacturing or food production environment.
• Exposure to PLC troubleshooting, including understanding of PLC programs and hardware, is highly desirable.
• Background in fabrication, welding, and machining to support repair and modification of equipment components.
• Working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics used in industrial machinery.
• Ability to conduct repairs on combustion systems, compressed air systems, pumps, and basic plumbing.
• Strong organizational skills to complete work orders within allotted time and maintain accurate maintenance records and shift logs.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with planners, schedulers, and cross-functional departments.
• Experience supporting root cause analysis and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Attention to detail in following food safety regulations and maintaining product quality standards.
• Commitment to housekeeping and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Why Work Here?You will join a stable, growing operation that offers strong job security and ongoing opportunities to develop your skills. This environment suits individuals who enjoy challenging themselves, taking on complex technical problems, and continuing to grow in their career. You will work with a supportive team that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement, providing a solid platform for long-term professional development. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a fast-paced bakery manufacturing setting that operates 24/7. You will work as part of a collaborative team, supporting production in an environment that includes warm areas near ovens and some colder spots in other parts of the facility. Shifts run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., and 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., with weekend work required on a rotating basis. The facility uses industrial equipment such as conveyors, packaging machinery, ovens, and automated systems, along with standard maintenance tools, testing devices, and computer-connected control systems. Safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, confined space protocols, and hazardous materials handling, are an integral part of daily operations. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Port Chester, NY. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/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 & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Port Chester, NY. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Port Chester,NY.

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.