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Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description
This Maintenance Technician role focuses on keeping a large, high-speed automated distribution facility running safely and efficiently. You will perform mechanical and electrical maintenance, troubleshoot complex automation systems, and support continuous operations across extensive conveyor and sorting equipment. This is a hands-on, multi-craft position working with advanced industrial technologies in a clean, modern environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on a wide range of automated equipment, ensuring all tasks are documented and updated in TMI Systems maintenance software.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and electronic issues on production and material handling equipment to minimize downtime.
- Work with PLC-controlled systems, including Allen Bradley PLCs (both legacy and newer models), to identify and resolve control-related problems.
- Maintain and repair high-speed automated sorting machines, conveyors, sorters, cranes, and associated material handling systems.
- Service and maintain variable frequency drives (VFDs), photo eyes, sensors, and other control and detection devices used throughout the facility.
- Support robotic equipment and gantry cranes by performing mechanical and electrical maintenance, adjustments, and repairs.
- Maintain and repair maintenance forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and other powered industrial equipment used in the facility.
- Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including cylinders, valves, and actuators.
- Work safely with three-phase motors up to 480 volts, following proper lockout/tagout and electrical safety procedures.
Why Work Here?
You will join a stable organization that invests in modern, clean facilities and advanced automation technology. The environment supports upward mobility, with clear paths to Master Technician levels and competitive off-shift premiums that reward your expertise. You will work in a collaborative, team-oriented culture that values communication, problem-solving, and reliability, giving you the opportunity to expand your skills and grow your career over the long term.
Work Environment
This role is based in a large, clean distribution center featuring an extensive automated conveyor system that spans three stories and approximately 30 miles, along with multiple sorters and cranes. The facility uses high-speed automated sorting machines, Allen Bradley PLCs, VFDs, photo eyes, sensors, robotic equipment, gantry cranes, maintenance forklifts, electric pallet jacks, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and three-phase motors up to 480 volts. You will be part of a team of multi-craft technicians at various levels, working in groups, communicating frequently, and contributing to a culture focused on quality and reliability. The overall environment is structured, safety-conscious, and designed to support efficient maintenance operations on advanced material handling equipment.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of DeForest, WI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $90000.00/yr.
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)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in DeForest,WI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.
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-006225901