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Aerotek Maintenance Technician in Mc Calla, Alabama
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Job Description
The Maintenance Technician troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains plant machines and equipment to ensure they operate safely, reliably, and at full productivity. This role focuses on both electrical and mechanical systems, including PLCs, motors, conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics, in a high-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and repair plant machinery and equipment to maintain full productivity and minimize downtime.
Diagnose and resolve electrical issues, including working with voltages up to 480 volts.
Wire, install, and maintain 3-phase motors and related electrical components.
Perform PLC troubleshooting to identify faults and support efficient machine operation.
Inspect, maintain, and repair conveyor systems and other production-related mechanical equipment.
Service and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure reliable and safe performance.
Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment to reduce unexpected breakdowns.
Document maintenance activities and communicate equipment status to supervisors and production teams.
Follow all safety procedures and best practices while working with electrical and mechanical systems.
Collaborate with other maintenance and production team members to resolve equipment issues quickly and effectively.
Essential Skills
Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery and equipment.
Strong electrical skills, including working safely with up to 480 volts.
Ability to wire and troubleshoot 3-phase motors.
Experience with PLC troubleshooting in a production environment.
Mechanical aptitude with experience working on conveyor systems.
Practical experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
Ability to read and interpret basic technical information related to equipment and systems.
Commitment to following safety procedures when working with electrical and mechanical equipment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
An associate degree or technical degree in a related field is a strong plus but not required.
Experience in an automotive or similar industrial manufacturing environment is beneficial.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team.
Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to troubleshooting.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including 2nd or 3rd shift, and train on 1st shift if needed.
Why Work Here?
You will join a manufacturing operation where your technical skills have a direct impact on productivity and reliability. The environment offers exposure to a wide variety of electrical and mechanical systems, allowing you to broaden your expertise in PLCs, high-voltage work, and complex machinery. You can build your career in maintenance while working with modern equipment and learning from experienced colleagues in a supportive, team-oriented setting.
Work Environment
This role is based in an automotive manufacturing environment with active production equipment and machinery. The facility is not climate controlled, so temperatures may vary with the seasons, though conditions are not described as extreme. Openings exist on all shifts, with most positions likely assigned to 2nd or 3rd shift, and training may occur on 1st shift. You will work around conveyors, motors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and PLC-controlled equipment, following appropriate safety procedures and wearing standard industrial work attire and protective equipment as required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mc Calla, AL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $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 Mc Calla,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.