At least 3 years
This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes.
80% STARs in role.
Join our team as a Maintenance Technician for the 1st Shift. In this role, you will perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on industrial manufacturing equipment, contributing to the smooth operation of our East Canton, OH facility. Your expertise will be instrumental in troubleshooting and repairing motors, pumps, conveyors, drives, sensors, and valves. You will be responsible for preventive and predictive maintenance, working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and installing and modifying machinery using blueprints and schematics.
Responsibilities- Troubleshoot and repair motors, pumps, conveyors, drives, sensors, and valves.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
- Work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Install, maintain, and modify machinery using blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, and HMI-controlled equipment.
- Diagnose electrical and mechanical breakdowns to minimize downtime.
- Repair conveyors, bearings, gearboxes, and other mechanical systems.
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and plant improvement projects.
- Perform welding and fabrication as needed.
- Complete maintenance documentation and work orders.
- Support facility maintenance and upkeep activities.
- Follow all safety procedures and electrical codes.
- 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
- Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
- PLC troubleshooting experience preferred.
- Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
- Ceramics Industry Experience.
- Kiln or Extruder repair experience.
- Experience in heavy industrial environment.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
Enjoy GREAT benefits with four medical plans to choose from, along with life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage. Secure your future with a growing company that is adding new equipment and production lines. Start your journey with two weeks of vacation from day one and benefit from five paid sick days per year. Experience flexibility with shift options and a 6% 401(k) match.
Work EnvironmentOur facility operates in a ceramic-heavy industrial environment that can be dusty and experiences temperature fluctuations, becoming cold in winter and hot in summer. We specialize in manufacturing acid-resistant bricks and mortar, along with other chemical-resistant applications. Recent growth includes the acquisition of two new companies, expanding departments, and installing new kilns and production lines.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Canton, OH.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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)
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Canton, OH.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in East Canton,OH.
About Aerotek
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.
Posting ID: JP-006369957