Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician Job Openings - Strong Electrical Skillset Needed!

Pay: $30–$35 per hour (based on experience)

Schedule: Full-time

Growth & Stability: Long-term career opportunity in a stable, growing operation

Why You’ll Love This Role

We’re looking for a skilled Controls / Automation Technician to support and improve advanced manufacturing systems. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your technical expertise directly supports production success. You’ll join a stable organization that invests in its people, offers clear growth opportunities, and values teamwork, safety, and innovation. If you enjoy troubleshooting, working with automation, and continuously learning new technologies, this role offers the challenge and stability you’re looking for.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, PLC, drive, scanner, HMI, and robotic systems to minimize downtime
• Diagnose issues using electrical prints, software, and control documentation and recommend corrective actions
• Support and maintain control devices, laptops, and programming equipment used in troubleshooting
• Partner with maintenance technicians, controls engineers, vendors, and manufacturing engineers to improve automated systems
• Train and guide maintenance personnel on corrective maintenance, wiring, and electronic installations
• Assist with system access, backups, data recovery, and vendor coordination for controls-related issues
• Ensure proper equipment startup and shutdown procedures are followed
• Maintain strict compliance with OSHA, ISO, and company safety standards
• Communicate any Environment, Health, Safety, or Quality concerns to leadership
• Maintain required safety certifications and work collaboratively as part of the maintenance team

What We’re Looking For

• Experience troubleshooting industrial automation and electrical control systems
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data and identify root causes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and documentation
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What We Offer

• $30–$35/hour, based on experience
• Stable, long-term employment with a growing organization
• Career advancement and skill development opportunities
• Supportive team environment with exposure to advanced automation technologies

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Conover, NC.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Conover,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

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.