Maintenance Technician

Electromechanical Technician

Pay: $30-$32/hour

Type: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire

Shifts Available: All shifts available, with priority hiring on 1st and 2nd shift

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM
• Overtime: Weekend overtime available based on production needs

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electromechanical Technician to join our maintenance team. In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated manufacturing equipment. Your work will directly support safe and efficient operations while minimizing production downtime and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and control systems.
• Work with single-phase, three-phase, and DC electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair motors, starters, contactors, relays, overloads, and transformers.
• Troubleshoot VFDs, servo drives, and motor control systems.
• Install, terminate, and repair electrical wiring and control components.
• Perform electrical testing using diagnostic and measurement equipment.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair production machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Complete preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
• Respond to production equipment breakdowns and emergency repairs.
• Enter, update, and close work orders in the CMMS/JDE system.
• Assist with installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintain compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Industrial maintenance, electromechanical, or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical and mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of motors, controls, sensors, and mechanical drive systems.
• Basic computer skills and experience using CMMS or work-order systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certificate, apprenticeship, or Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing VFDs and servo drives.
• Experience working with 480VAC three-phase electrical systems.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of electrical control cabinets and components ranging from 24VDC to 480VAC.
• Experience repairing conveyors and understanding bearing systems.
• PLC troubleshooting experience is highly preferred and may qualify candidates for higher compensation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newberry, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $34.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newberry,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.