Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-based systems in an industrial manufacturing environment. You will support production by minimizing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient facility. Openings are available on 2nd and 3rd shift, with every other weekend work on 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical maintenance on all plant equipment and facilities, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC systems.
• Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and replace components on industrial manufacturing equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics to identify issues and determine effective repair strategies.
• Troubleshoot PLC systems, including platforms such as Allen-Bradley and Siemens, to resolve control and automation issues.
• Apply maintenance knowledge to increase productivity, reduce downtime, and minimize waste across the facility.
• Respond quickly and effectively to machine downtime events, working with a strong sense of urgency.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to extend equipment life and prevent unplanned failures.
• Conduct electrical maintenance and troubleshooting on high-voltage systems, including 480V and 3-phase power.
• Carry out mechanical maintenance, including fabrication, welding, and mechanical repairs as needed.

Essential Skills

• At least 5–7 years of experience successfully troubleshooting and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Proven experience in industrial maintenance, including both electrical and mechanical maintenance in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong electro-mechanical maintenance skills, including work on complex industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair electrical systems, including high-level electrical work up to 480V.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC systems, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical systems, including gears, bearings, conveyors, and related components.
• Practical experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting, wiring, and electrical maintenance on industrial equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience performing electro-mechanical maintenance on boxing or corrugated equipment is preferred but not required.
• Experience in fabrication and welding to support mechanical repairs and equipment modifications.
• Experience in maintenance repair work within a warehouse or similar industrial environment.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and documentation practices.

This is a Permanent position based out of Reading, PA.

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

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 Reading,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 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.