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The Maintenance Technician works within a manufacturing facility to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment, including mills, lathes, high horse-power motors, electrical systems, and electric-driven filter systems. The role focuses heavily on preventative maintenance to ensure reliable and safe operation of manufacturing equipment. This is a contract position with the opportunity to convert to a full-time role based on performance and department goals.

• Perform preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment, including mills, lathes, CNC machines, high horse-power motors, and electric-driven filter systems to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to restore equipment to safe and efficient operation.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to diagnose issues and complete repairs accurately.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively for mechanical assembly, disassembly, adjustment, and repair of equipment components.
• Diagnose and repair CNC mills and related equipment from various manufacturers to maintain precise and reliable machining operations.
• Perform electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting, including control systems, to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Inspect equipment regularly, identify potential issues, and complete maintenance tasks in accordance with established schedules and procedures.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used to maintain accurate records and support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize work, support production goals, and ensure equipment readiness.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working with machinery, tools, and materials in a manufacturing environment.

• Proven experience working as a maintenance technician in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience repairing CNC mills and related equipment.
• Strong mechanical skills, including mechanical assembly, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools used in mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting, including control systems and high horse-power motors.
• Experience with pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience with hydraulic systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Demonstrated ability to perform preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• High School Diploma or GED.

• Prior industrial manufacturing background with exposure to mills, lathes, and machine shop equipment.
• Familiarity with electric-driven filter systems and related components.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team in a fast-paced production environment.
• Solid communication skills to coordinate with production and other departments.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to established safety procedures and policies.

The organization offers a comprehensive and supportive total rewards package designed to help employees grow their careers and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Team members receive safety boot and safety glasses reimbursement, tuition reimbursement to support ongoing education, and comprehensive benefits, including life insurance coverage. A 6% 401(k) match helps employees build long-term financial security. Paid holidays, immediate access to paid time off, and paid sick time support time away from work, with new employees receiving 13 days of PTO on a pro-rated basis. A referral bonus program and clear career growth opportunities further enhance the overall employee experience.

The role is based in a climate-controlled machine shop within a manufacturing facility. While performing the duties of this job, employees regularly stand, use their hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and communicate verbally. They are occasionally required to walk. The position requires frequently lifting and/or moving 25–50 pounds, and using a hoist or crane for heavier objects. Work is performed around mills, lathes, CNC equipment, high horse-power motors, and other industrial machinery. The schedule includes a first shift from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and a second shift from 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, within a structured manufacturing environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of White Settlement, TX.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/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 fully onsite position in White Settlement,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.