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Job Title: Maintenance Technician - Dual Craft

Job Description

The ideal candidate will possess experience in PLC, ladder logic, and ammonia refrigeration systems. Electrical MX experience is required for all applicants. The work environment is a 40-degree cold setting, with openings on all shifts.

Responsibilities

+ Analyze mechanical and operational processing equipment and resolve issues using hand and trade tools.

+ Repair production equipment including mechanical systems, potentially involving hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.

+ Troubleshoot electrical problems, including opening electrical panels, replacing starters, contactors, relays, and interpreting electrical schematics.

+ Ensure the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, forming equipment, conveyor systems, and packaging machines, following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications.

+ Demonstrate knowledge of electrical skills with VFDs and PLCs, including industrial electrical installs, services, repairs, wiring, conduits, fixtures, and other electrical devices and systems in an industrial environment.

+ Read and interpret schematic drawings.

+ Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment following standard operating procedures.

+ Use a computer-based program for entering labor hours, PMs, reactive and safety work orders.

+ Maintain a safe workplace by wearing appropriate PPE and following all safety procedures, including LO/TO.

+ Preferred knowledge of FORMAX, HVAC, HAZMAT, MULTIVAC, and Ammonia Refrigeration.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with hydraulics, maintenance repair, hand tools, machine operation.

+ Proficiency in electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and schematic interpretation.

+ Ability to perform preventive maintenance and repair tasks in a mechanical setting.

+ Experience in PLC troubleshooting and electrical troubleshooting.

+ Skill in welding and electrical maintenance.

+ Knowledge of Ac/dc systems and packaging equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Ability to lift 60-80 pounds as required to assist in various facility functions.

+ Capability to perform physical activities such as bending, climbing, and reaching.

+ Ability to read and follow written work instructions, use common hand and power tools, climb ladders, and work in elevated areas.

+ Knowledge of FORMAX, HVAC, HAZMAT, MULTIVAC, and Ammonia Refrigeration is preferred.

Why Work Here?

We offer excellent benefits and opportunities for paid schooling, enhancing your skills and career growth.

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed on the production floor with a temperature maintained at approximately 40°F, and freezer areas are zero degrees or colder. The noise level requires ear protection on the production floor, while other areas have a moderate noise level. Shifts are available on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, with hours covering early morning, afternoon, and night shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SAUGET, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $42.00/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 SAUGET,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 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 race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.