Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job DescriptionThe Maintenance Technician will work independently to repair, fix, troubleshoot, and diagnose maintenance issues in a manufacturing environment. The role involves working on various plastics manufacturing machines, performing electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical tasks. The technician may also fabricate equipment or parts using tools such as welders and cutting torches.Responsibilities Repair and maintain mechanical systems, including replacing and repacking bearings, swapping out pumps and motors, and replacing rollers and gears. Perform electrical tasks such as wiring machines, checking voltage and faults, and replacing and troubleshooting photo eyes, lasers, and switches. Handle hydraulic and pneumatic tasks, including changing and rebuilding cylinders, replacing seals, and replacing cylinders and solenoids. Use a laptop to diagnose machine faults, similar to using a code reader for a car. Essential Skills Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting. Experience with electrical, hydraulic, and machine mechanics. Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues. Additional Skills & Qualifications Familiarity with millwright work and electric motors. Experience with food-grade machinery. Why Work Here?Our company offers generous benefits and profit sharing, typically ranging from 10-15% of salary. Employees are valued and rewarded for their contributions, creating a supportive and motivating work environment.Work EnvironmentThe position is located in a large manufacturing facility in the north industrial park in Fargo. The environment is consistently loud and can be dusty. There are approximately 20 people on each shift. The dress code requires steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and earplugs. The company operates two rotating shifts, day and night, with a specific schedule that allows for a balanced work-life routine. Training is conducted during the day from 7 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday, until the technician is familiar with the machines and processes. The opportunity for direct hire is available, and night shifts include additional bonuses.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fargo, ND.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Fargo,ND.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 4, 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.

Created: 2026-04-01