Maintenance Technician $38/hr Job DescriptionThis role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving production and packaging equipment in a fast-paced beverage manufacturing facility. You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-controlled systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations across multiple shifts.Responsibilities
- Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production and packaging equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-controlled systems to quickly resolve equipment issues.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime and support continuous operations.
- Conduct routine inspections of machinery, facility systems, and support equipment to identify and address potential problems.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, parts usage, and service history, using maintenance tracking systems.
- Assist with the installation, setup, alignment, and commissioning of new production and packaging equipment.
- Collaborate closely with production teams to identify, diagnose, and resolve equipment performance issues and process bottlenecks.
- Follow all safety procedures, food quality standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at all times.
- Maintain and organize inventory of maintenance supplies, spare parts, and tools to support timely repairs.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency.
- Support facility maintenance projects as needed, including work on utilities, HVAC, and general building systems.
- Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints to plan and execute maintenance and repair activities.
- Work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends, to support production demands and urgent maintenance needs.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, food production, beverage, or industrial environment.
- Hands-on experience performing preventative and corrective maintenance on industrial production and packaging equipment.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience with three-phase power and industrial electrical systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and related automation equipment.
- Proficiency with electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in an industrial setting.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, electrical schematics, and mechanical blueprints.
- Experience with conveyors, motors, and equipment installation in an industrial environment.
- Basic computer skills for using maintenance tracking systems and documenting work orders.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends, and to support multiple shifts as needed.
- Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and around production machinery.
- Capability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces when required.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Technical degree, trade certification, or equivalent vocational training in industrial maintenance, electrical, mechanical, or a related field.
- Experience working with beverage, food processing, bottling, or packaging equipment.
- Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and industrial automation, including Allen-Bradley systems.
- Experience with welding, fabrication, or machining to support equipment repair and modification.
- Familiarity with industrial electrical troubleshooting, including three-phase systems and schematic reading.
- Experience working with pneumatics, hydraulics, and conveyor systems in a production environment.
- Forklift and/or aerial lift certification.
- Ability to interpret and work from blueprints and detailed technical drawings.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with production and maintenance teams.
Why Work Here?You will join a dynamic, team-oriented environment that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. The organization offers competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, and a 401(k) plan with company match. You will benefit from clear career growth opportunities, the chance to develop advanced technical skills, and access to significant overtime for those seeking additional earnings, often with the option to work 67 days a week.Work EnvironmentThe role involves working around production, packaging, and warehouse equipment in areas with moderate to high noise levels where appropriate personal protective equipment is required. You will frequently stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds while performing maintenance tasks. The environment may include exposure to wet conditions, cleaning chemicals, and varying temperatures, including cooler areas such as refrigerated storage rooms and warehouse spaces. Work is hands-on and equipment-focused, with regular interaction with conveyors, motors, industrial electrical systems, PLC-controlled machinery, and related tools and technologies. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Skokie, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/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 Contract to Hire position based out of Skokie, IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Skokie,IL.
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):
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