Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer
Job Description

The Maintenance Engineer works as part of the maintenance team and is responsible for the repair, upkeep, and reliable operation of industrial production machinery. This role focuses on electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic maintenance and repair of automated equipment, including waterjets, conveyors, stamping cells, and other production machinery. The position supports a high-volume manufacturing environment by responding to machine downtime, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring equipment runs safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs on automated industrial machinery, including waterjets, conveyors, stamping cells, and related equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on production machines to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Respond promptly to down machine calls, diagnose root causes, and restore equipment to safe operating condition.
• Independently handle electrical and hydraulic repairs to components when assigned, including troubleshooting and resolving complex issues.
• Repair and rebuild hydraulic systems, including pumps, cylinders/rams, and lines, to maintain proper machine function.
• Carry out machine repair tasks on a wide range of production equipment, leveraging at least 4 years of recent experience.
• Either edit and adjust robotic teach points (such as Fanuc teach points) or independently troubleshoot and repair electrical issues, depending on experience.
• Collaborate with other maintenance technicians across shifts to balance preventive maintenance workload and share responsibilities.
• Support production operations by working extended shifts of 10 or more hours as needed to meet manufacturing demands.
• Work 2–3 Saturdays per month and additional weekend days as required to support a 6–7 day-per-week operation.
• Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment, lockout/tagout procedures, and safe work practices around hydraulic presses and automated machinery.
• Communicate equipment status, repair activities, and maintenance needs clearly to team members and supervisors.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage to support continuous improvement and reliability.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance equipment performance and reduce unplanned downtime.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in hydraulics, including repair and rebuilding of pumps, cylinders/rams, and hydraulic lines.
• At least 4 years of recent machine repair experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to either edit and work with robotic teach points (such as Fanuc teach points) or independently troubleshoot and repair electrical issues on production equipment.
• Hands-on experience performing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs on automated machinery.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on complex production systems.
• Capability to work 10+ hour shifts on a regular basis in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness and ability to work weekends, including 2–3 Saturdays per month, as part of a 6–7 day-per-week operation.
• Comfort working with stamping cells and hydraulic presses, including frequent hydraulic and mechanical repair tasks.
• Ability to work effectively within a small team of maintenance technicians on each shift and share workload across shifts.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and using required personal protective equipment at all times.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with stamping or injection molding equipment.
• Welding skills for repair and fabrication work.
• Tooling experience, including adjustment, maintenance, or repair of tooling used in stamping or related processes.
• Familiarity with Fanuc robotics and editing Fanuc teach points.
• Interest in ongoing training in electrical and PLC systems.
• Ability to adapt to a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment with multiple stamping cells and presses.

Why Work Here?

The company offers strong job security through a diversified automotive customer base and long-term contracts. Team members benefit from clear advancement opportunities, including the addition of new trades and supervisory roles, as well as wage growth potential. There is a genuine focus on training and development, with access to electrical and PLC classes and tuition reimbursement to support professional growth and skill enhancement. Employees can take advantage of significant overtime opportunities with no cap on hours and receive double-time pay on Sundays, supporting both earning potential and career development. After an initial contract period, employees transition to direct hire with access to full benefits, reflecting a commitment to long-term employment and investment in the workforce.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing facility that produces carpeted and backed products for the automotive industry, including soundproof, weatherproof, and waterproof backing for vehicle floorboard carpets. The plant operates multiple stamping cells, typically 10–12 cells with roughly 6 presses per cell, resulting in frequent hydraulic and mechanical repair work. The maintenance team runs across three shifts, with a goal of maintaining two technicians per shift and eventually three technicians per shift once expansion is complete. Shifts are structured as 1st shift (7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.), 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.), and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.), and the facility commonly operates 6–7 days per week. Preventive maintenance is balanced across all shifts, and the team shares the workload to support continuous production. As the plant grows and staffing levels increase, weekend work is expected to decrease. The dress code includes jeans or work pants, with work shirts provided, and requires steel-toe footwear and safety glasses. The environment is typical of a busy automotive manufacturing plant, with automated machinery, stamping presses, and a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Port Huron, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $32.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Port Huron,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2026.

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.

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 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.