Job Information
Aerotek Maintenance Technician in Asheboro, North Carolina
Industrial Maintenance Technician (Electrical)
Pay: $35–$37 per hour
Night Shift (2-2-3 Schedule)
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician with strong electrical experience to support a highly automated, high-speed manufacturing facility. This role focuses on troubleshooting and repairing electrical and electro-mechanical equipment, emphasizing permanent, root-cause solutions. Hands-on PLC experience and the ability to safely work with high-voltage systems are required.
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues on automated production equipment
Work with 480V systems, single- and three-phase motors, drives, and control panels
Support PLC-controlled equipment (primarily Allen‑Bradley); read ladder logic and troubleshoot I/O
Perform maintenance on motors, conveyors, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement long-term fixes
Follow OSHA, NEC, and NFPA 70E safety standards
Document repairs and collaborate with maintenance and production teams
Requirements
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience
Strong documented electrical experience
PLC troubleshooting experience
Comfortable working in a high-speed manufacturing environment
Ability to work 12‑hour night shifts on a 2‑2‑3 schedule (after day-shift training)
High school diploma or GED
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree or technical training in a related field
Electrical certifications or licenses
Experience with VFDs, instrumentation, and control panels
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Asheboro, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Asheboro,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 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.