Job Information
Aerotek Maintenance Technician in Ferndale, Michigan
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician, specializing in electrical troubleshooting
You will be working in a food and beverage environment, particularly in areas where hummus and salsa are produced and stored in refrigerated conditions
The role requires proficiency in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, particularly with voltmeters and PLCs
Job Responsibilities
Troubleshoot electrical issues using voltmeters to identify and resolve low voltage problems (110V / 24V) and faulty sensors
Conduct basic PLC troubleshooting to find faulty sensors and assist controls engineers with remote machinery troubleshooting
Perform mechanical troubleshooting on conveyors, including motors, valves, and hoses
Carry out preventive maintenance and repair tasks on industrial equipment such as filling machines and mixers
Ensure compliance with safety and hygiene standards by wearing appropriate PPE when working in food areas
Essential Skills
Electrical troubleshooting with voltmeters
PLC troubleshooting with a laptop, familiar with Allen Bradley, Siemens, or Rockwell systems
Mechanical troubleshooting on conveyors
Experience with low voltage sensors, prox switches, and troubleshooting 3-phase motors
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Ferndale, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $74880.00/yr.
1st day of the month following the date of hire Medical, Dental, Vision STD / LTD HSA/FSA PTO eligible (1 week for 1st year)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ferndale,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 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.