Maintenance Technician

This role supports a high-performance industrial facility by operating, maintaining, and repairing boilers, turbines, high-voltage generators, and a wide range of auxiliary equipment. You will perform both preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot complex systems, and ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant utilities and building systems during the overnight shift.

• Operate and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on boilers, turbines, high-voltage generators, and associated auxiliary equipment.
• Maintain and repair coolers, steam chillers, absorption chillers, air compressors, water softeners, fire pumps, distribution equipment, monitoring equipment, and condenser water cooling towers.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control issues on plant equipment, identify root causes, and implement effective repairs and modifications.
• Monitor control boards and regulate equipment according to established procedures, using data from recording and indicating instruments to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Manage parts ordering and inventory to ensure critical spares and maintenance materials are available when needed.
• Perform building and grounds maintenance, including tasks such as snow removal and general upkeep of facility exteriors.
• Work safely in confined spaces, at heights, and in hot environments while following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Support continuous improvement activities by applying preventive maintenance best practices and contributing to reliability initiatives.
• Complete all required documentation, logs, and maintenance records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Carry out other duties as assigned to support facility operations and maintenance.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of maintenance experience in an industrial or military environment, OR a technical degree or diploma in a maintenance mechanical or electrical discipline.
• Experience with pressure steam plant operations.
• Experience with absorption and steam chiller operations.
• Ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Capability to climb ladders safely as part of daily duties.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds as required by the role.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, in heat, and at heights while maintaining safety standards.
• Experience with boiler and steam plant operations.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems and power distribution.
• Experience with HVAC systems, including absorption and steam chiller systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC-based applications in an industrial environment.
• Willingness and ability to work the overnight shift from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, Sunday to Thursday.

• Stationary Engineers License.
• Formal vocational training in plant maintenance with an emphasis on industrial applications, or equivalent job experience in electricity, power distribution, industrial electrical wiring, mechanics, machine operations, general plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and boiler operations.
• 1 year of experience with PLC-based applications in an industrial environment.
• 1 year of plumbing, pipefitting, pump repair, and pump rebuilding experience.
• Experience with pumps, welding, bearings, electrical safety, forklifts, gears, hydraulics, valves, and rigging.
• Experience working in a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) or Lean Six Sigma environment.
• Refrigeration certification.
• Hands-on welding experience.
• Snow removal experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in industrial settings.
• Ability to manage parts inventory and coordinate maintenance activities efficiently.

You will contribute to meaningful work that supports clean water, safe food, and healthy environments for industrial customers worldwide. The organization emphasizes growth and development, giving you the opportunity to shape your career while working with advanced, digitally enabled water management and hygiene solutions. You will be part of a culture that values inclusion and actively seeks diverse perspectives and ideas, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

This position is based in an industrial facility in Naperville, IL and follows an overnight schedule of 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, Sunday to Thursday. You will work around boilers, turbines, high-voltage generators, steam and absorption chillers, air compressors, water softeners, fire pumps, distribution equipment, monitoring systems, and condenser water cooling towers. The environment includes mechanical rooms, utility spaces, and outdoor areas where you may perform building and grounds maintenance, including snow removal. The role requires frequent climbing of ladders, lifting up to 75 pounds, and working in confined spaces, hot conditions, and at heights. You will use tools and equipment associated with industrial maintenance, including those for electrical work, plumbing, welding, HVAC, and rigging, while adhering to established safety procedures and standards.

This is a Contract position based out of Naperville, IL.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/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)

This is a Contract position based out of Naperville, IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Naperville,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):
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.