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Maintenance Technician-3rd Shift $30-34/hr

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional electrical and mechanical aptitude, outstanding troubleshooting skills, and a high level of analytical ability. This role requires working closely with various team members and external vendors to ensure equipment is operating efficiently.

Responsibilities

+ Work autonomously to repair complex electrical and mechanical equipment, communicating symptoms to vendors and executing suggested repairs.

+ Collaborate with Supervisors and Leads to restore faulted equipment by any necessary means, including contacting vendors and acquiring additional resources.

+ Connect and establish communication with PLC processors and modify ladder logic programs to diagnose and repair machine problems.

+ Perform operations necessary to repair machinery, including arc or gas welding, soldering, drilling, and tapping.

+ Replace bearings, shafts, gears, pins, and keys, and operate all equipment in the machine shop.

+ Conduct electrical troubleshooting using appropriate test equipment, and weld and build various components for machinery.

+ Determine if repairs can be made independently or if service technicians are required.

+ Analyze and diagnose hydraulic and pneumatic systems, physically tracing circuits if schematics are unavailable.

+ Plan, layout, and install circuits and distribution equipment in compliance with all applicable codes.

+ Fabricate, install, and repair electrical systems on production equipment using drawings and schematics.

+ Locate and resolve machine malfunctions, dismantling and reassembling as needed.

+ Repair, maintain, and assemble safety guards and various attachments.

+ Move heavy equipment within the plant area.

+ Take responsibility for safety and housekeeping, addressing any discrepancies immediately.

+ Perform required preventive maintenance on equipment.

+ Initiate contacts for engineering problem resolution and vendor assistance for technical support and parts availability.

+ Rebuild hydraulic valves, cylinders, and pumps.

+ Run plumbing and electrical services to new or relocated equipment.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting and maintenance.

+ Strong understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.

+ Experience with PLC troubleshooting and industrial maintenance.

+ Knowledge of welding, brazing, and soldering.

+ Ability to read hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical blueprints.

+ Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work independently.

+ Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.

+ Ability to perform duties safely and with minimal supervision.

+ Proficiency in reading and writing English and performing simple arithmetic.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with preventive maintenance practices.

+ Ability to see tasks through to completion without reliance on others.

+ Proper use of equipment and tools.

+ Capability to work in a loud, non-climate-controlled environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values initiative and independence, providing opportunities for professional growth and skill development. Enjoy a supportive work environment with the flexibility of multiple shift options to suit your lifestyle.

Work Environment

The work environment includes shifts from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., and 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The facility is non-climate controlled, with conditions that can be loud and dirty. Safety is a top priority, and adherence to safety protocols is essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denison, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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 Denison,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 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.