Maintenance Technician

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

As a Maintenance Technician, you will lead troubleshooting and corrective maintenance related to equipment, acting as the first level of escalation for lower-level technicians. This role requires dismantling and rebuilding machinery, equipment, and field devices to access and remove defective parts. You will perform routine preventative and predictive maintenance and lead the PdM program, ensuring the efficient operation of machines and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose electrical and mechanical malfunctions.
• Dismantle and rebuild machinery using hoists, cranes, hand tools, or power tools.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks, including inspecting drives, motors, or belts, and checking fluid levels.
• Lead the PdM program, perform repairs, and track pre- and post-repair performance changes.
• Utilize prints, repair manuals, wiring diagrams, and parts catalogs as necessary.
• Repair machines, equipment, or structures using various tools such as hammers, saws, and drills.
• Maintain and troubleshoot relay logic, including control field devices, contactors, starters, and safety devices.
• Mentor junior technicians and peers, providing guidance to achieve departmental goals.
• Review and complete work orders timely, conducting necessary maintenance or repairs.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures at all times and ensure compliance.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all departments, communicating with Plant Management regarding maintenance issues.
• Complete daily reports outlining maintenance or repairs conducted over the course of the shift.
• Participate in root cause analysis events and comply with all relevant policies and regulations.
• Support all safety, food quality, and sanitation initiatives and policies.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulics, and pneumatics systems.
• Knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems.
• Ability to use tools such as precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices.
• Experience with relay logic, control field devices, and VFDs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Needing 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Must provide own tools.

Why Work Here?

We offer continuous training opportunities, including electrical training, to help you advance your skills and career. Join a team that values professional development and provides a supportive work environment.

Work Environment

The position involves hands-on work with various tools and equipment. You will work closely with Plant Management to establish maintenance schedules and minimize downtime. Be prepared for a collaborative and safety-focused environment where communication and teamwork are key.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Pittsburg, Kansas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

Health Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Defined Contribution Pension Plan
Profit Sharing

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburg,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2025.

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 , , , , , , veteran status, , , , genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.