Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionThis role is responsible for supporting production operations on second shift by maintaining all machinery, equipment, building, and grounds, while ensuring all equipment meets OSHA standards. The Maintenance Technician installs, services, and repairs a wide range of industrial equipment and systems, and performs both preventive and reactive maintenance to keep production running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Support production on second shift by ensuring all machinery and equipment operate safely and reliably.
• Install, maintain, and repair equipment such as presses, CNC machines, conveyors, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, air compressors, welders, induction heat systems, ABB robotic systems, water treatment equipment and controls, and plumbing and piping.
• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues, electrical components, and control circuits to quickly diagnose and resolve equipment problems.
• Maintain accurate inventory of maintenance parts, tools, and supplies, and ensure critical spares are available when needed.
• Work with industrial pumps, motors, and related mechanical components to keep systems functioning properly.
• Apply basic electrical knowledge to inspect, test, and repair electrical components and wiring in equipment and control panels.
• Utilize PLC knowledge, particularly Allen-Bradley systems, to assist in troubleshooting and supporting automated equipment.
• Ensure all equipment and maintenance activities comply with OSHA and other applicable safety standards.
• Perform rigging of heavy equipment when needed, following safe lifting and handling practices.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate equipment status, issues, and improvement ideas clearly and promptly.
• Work independently and autonomously in the maintenance department while collaborating effectively with production and operations teams.
• Contribute to both preventive (approximately 50%) and reactive (approximately 50%) maintenance tasks within the production area.
• Balance troubleshooting (about 50% of work), mechanical maintenance (about 40%), and electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic tasks (about 10%).

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with industrial maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to install, maintain, and repair presses, CNCs, conveyors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, air compressors, welders, induction heat systems, ABB robotic systems, and water treatment equipment and controls.
• Experience working with pumps, motors, and other mechanical components.
• Basic understanding of electrical components, control circuits, and industrial wiring.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems effectively.
• Reading, writing, and math skills equivalent to those learned in high school.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously while managing priorities and tasks.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and strong work ethic, with a focus on safety and reliability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PLC experience, particularly with Allen-Bradley systems, is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience rigging heavy equipment is beneficial.
• Experience in industrial electrical troubleshooting and repairs is advantageous.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment with both preventive and reactive maintenance responsibilities.
• Ability to contribute ideas for process and equipment improvements in a collaborative team setting.

Why Work Here?You will join a long-established, stable manufacturer that has operated for nearly two centuries and continues to evolve to support both employees and customers. The organization offers competitive wages, strong medical and dental benefits, and a matching 401(k) program up to 5%. Depending on the plan selected, medical benefits are 5075% employer-paid, and employees receive two weeks of vacation in the first year with additional PTO accrual over time, plus 11 paid holidays. There are retention bonuses of $1,000 at 90 days and another $1,000 at the one-year mark, along with small daily perks such as Free Donut Fridays and snack vending machine vouchers. The company often converts contractors to direct employees around the 30-day mark when attendance and performance are strong, reflecting a commitment to long-term employment and advancement. Employees benefit from a team-oriented culture, approachable leadership, and opportunities for growth within a supportive environment. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in an average-sized manufacturing facility that produces steel horseshoes for the North American market, primarily serving riding and sport horse segments. The production floor is hot and humid, and the environment is highly industrial with five production lines, each centered around a robot that manufactures horseshoes. Each line typically operates with an operator, a supervisor, and two leads. The maintenance department consists of seven team members, including a supervisor, a lead, and a facilities specialist, providing a collaborative yet autonomous setting. Work is primarily in the production area (approximately 90% of the time), evenly split between preventive and reactive tasks. Available shifts include first shift (MondayFriday, 7:00 a.m.3:30 p.m.) and second shift (MondayFriday, 12:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.). The environment emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, with expectations that employees dress appropriately for a hot, humid, industrial production floor and work comfortably around machinery, robots, and heavy equipment. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Forest Lake, MN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $73320.00/yr. 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.Employee Value Proposition (EVP) Top pay and benefits for production in the Forest Lake area. They are constantly changing and evolving to help their internal employees as well as their customers. They provide medical, dental, and 401k as well. Matching 401K up to 5% 50-75% paid medical benefits depending on the option chosen by the employee. They are offering $1000 retention bonus upon 90 days and $1000 at 1 year mark. They are offering Free Donut Fridays as well as $.25 per hour voucher for the snack vending machine. if they work overtime on Saturday PTO 2 weeks' vacation year one - can accrue more with each year. 11 Paid holidays Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Forest Lake, MN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Forest Lake,MN.

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.

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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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