Maintenance Technician

Industrial Maintenance Technician $26-$35/hr Job Description Provides technical support, troubleshooting, and repair of facility equipment. Maintains assigned equipment and provides training to peers as needed. Responsibilities + Monitor production areas to ensure proper functioning of assigned equipment and intervene for repairs as necessary. + Utilize all manner of hand and power tools to diagnose, adjust, maintain, and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment. + Review work orders to ensure accuracy and maintain documentation of work performed. + Assist with installation of new equipment or modify existing equipment as required. + Provide training to peers as requested or needed by maintenance lead, supervisor, or training department. + Make suggestions for corrective measures when downtime results from mechanical or technical defects. + Attend maintenance meetings and trainings as required. + Identify opportunities for improvement and provide feedback to supervisor about cost reduction, quality improvement, and yield control. + Follow all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Essential Skills + Minimum of 6 months industrial maintenance experience. + Comfortable and experienced utilizing hand and power tools of all varieties. + Accurately use and read a tape measure as well as industrial blueprints. + Basic knowledge and safety understanding of electrical components. + Knowledge of basic math, including addition, subtraction, division, multiplication and calculating percentages. + Skill in using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. + Ability to work in a refrigerated environment ranging from 45-50 degrees Fahrenheit. + Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner with all plant employees, as well as third-party vendors and contractors. + Ability to operate a forklift, scissors lift, or any other powered equipment or machinery as needed. + Ability to work with a group of technicians or autonomously with limited supervision. + Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. + Ability to pass required physical including demonstrating your ability to lift the required weight for each position. + Ability to stand and/or walk for entire 8-hour shift. + Must wear correct job-specific PPE as designated by company policy. + Ability to consistently practice and enforce safe working habits. + Ability to recognize safety risks and comply with all safety standards. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Associateu2019s degree or higher in Mechatronics, Electrical, Welding, or similar fields preferred. + Previous experience working with VFDu2019s (Variable Frequency Drive) preferred. + Welding experience preferred. Why Work Here? Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k) plans with matching, dental and disability insurance, a flexible spending account, health and life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and vision insurance. Join a supportive work environment that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth. Work Environment Work in a highly automated, brand new chicken processing facility. You will work the 2nd shift from Monday to Friday, 2pm-10:30pm, or an overnight schedule from 6pm-6:30am on a 2,2,3 schedule. The environment requires adherence to safety standards and the wearing of appropriate PPE. Be prepared to work in a refrigerated environment ranging from 45-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Fremont, NE. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $70000.00/yr. u2022 401(k)u2022 401(k) matchingu2022 Dental insuranceu2022 Disability insuranceu2022 Employee assistance programu2022 Flexible spending accountu2022 Health insuranceu2022 Life insuranceu2022 Paid time offu2022 Parental leaveu2022 Vision insurance Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,NE. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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: 2026-02-05