• Maintenance Technician

    Aerotek (Rochester, MN)


    Job Title: Maintenance Technician

    Job Description

    Join our team as a Maintenance Technician on the day shift, where you will be responsible for ensuring the safety, efficiency, and effective operations of all plant equipment and machinery through repairs and modifications to equipment and the facility. This role requires a self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a commitment to safety, capable of working independently and as part of a team.

    Responsibilities

    + Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment.

    + Perform preventive maintenance routines on all equipment.

    + Assist in other areas of plant maintenance as needed.

    + Follow and strictly adhere to company policies and safety rules, making sound decisions concerning daily maintenance activities.

    + Use maintenance software to check for assigned work, complete work orders, write work orders, and document time.

    Essential Skills

    + Two-year Vocational Certificate in Maintenance or two years of maintenance/mechanical work experience.

    + Two or more years of experience in a production environment.

    + Strong electrical aptitude.

    + Experience with industrial electrical controls.

    + Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot electrical problems with appropriate test equipment and one-line diagrams and schematics.

    + Knowledge of motors and motor controls.

    + Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems with gearboxes, chains/sprockets alignment, and pneumatic systems.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Welding and fabrication experience preferred.

    + Able to participate on the company’s HazMat Team.

    + Able to work weekends.

    + High School Diploma or equivalent.

    + Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    We offer a supportive work environment that values safety, efficiency, and teamwork. You will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and utilize your skills in a dynamic setting that encourages professional growth. Join us to experience a positive work culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in a cool environment, especially cooler if you are in the refrigeration section. The role is based on the 1st shift: 6am-4:30pm (Monday-Thursday) and every other weekend. The physical demands include the ability to lift and pull up to 40 pounds and perform tasks in awkward positions, including kneeling and crouching.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, Minnesota.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $38.00/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 Rochester,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 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.