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Maintenance Technician - Grand Rapids, MI

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Maintenance Technician to join our team in the metal plating Industry. This role is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production equipment to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

+ Troubleshoot and repair equipment including motors, pumps, gears, and pneumatics.

+ Perform electrical troubleshooting on systems ranging from 220V to 480V.

+ Follow and execute preventative maintenance schedules.

+ Diagnose and resolve issues in electrical wiring and PLC or automation systems.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

+ Proven troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.

+ Strong electrical experience with 220V-480V systems.

+ Mechanical knowledge, particularly with pumps, motors, and pneumatics.

+ Experience in a plating or chrome facility is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned company established in 1959, operating in the automotive, consumer goods, and exercise industries. Enjoy working in a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and a flexible schedule after initial training.

Work Environment

Work in a chemical plating and coating environment with tanks, barrels, and waste water treatment areas. The role is based in two buildings; one for production and waste water treatment, and the other for incoming shipping, receiving, and warehousing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Grand Rapids,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 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.