Job Information
Aerotek Automation Technician in Wilmington, Massachusetts
Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic
Job Description
As a proactive team member, the Mechanical Technician I is responsible for performing and managing plant maintenance programs under the direction of the Plant Manager. Maintenance activities must ensure that employee health and safety, product safety, and the protection of the environment are never compromised, and that all maintenance activities enhance product quality, plant performance, and business priorities. The Automation Technician I will adhere to all health and safety policies and directives and maintain a clean, safe work area. This position partners with internal and external engineering services and local parts vendors to ensure automated equipment operates at the highest level of efficiencies and will advocate improvement projects as assigned.
Responsibilities
Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all plant pneumatics, hydraulics, and electric systems including program logic control (PLC) systems, controls, and machine network devices (EthernetIP Network).
Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical failures in all plant manufacturing equipment, including conveyers, process pallet handling machines, dismantling, painting, and stenciling systems.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all process hand tools, such as pneumatic or electric reciprocating saws and nail guns.
Perform minor unscheduled maintenance and repair on trucking equipment such as forklifts and yard shuttle trucks.
Accurately and timely document performance and processes as required by local and regional leadership.
Schedule, execute, and properly document work orders within the corporate Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Complete additional scheduling and repair material documentation and reporting as required.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Mechanically inclined with knowledge of and demonstrable ability to use common mechanics tools.
Willing to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays with on-call availability.
Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors for up to 12 hours and lift 75 pounds.
Ability to read and use mechanical and electrical schematics for troubleshooting.
Ability to use an electrical multimeter for troubleshooting.
Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial pneumatic and hydraulic system components, such as pumps, valves, cylinders, motors, and solenoids.
Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical system components such as motors, variable AC drives, PLCs, and field sensors.
Understanding of industrial air compressors and peripheral components such as dryers, water separators, and automatic bleed off.
Why Work Here?
Join a dedicated team where your skills and expertise will be valued. Enjoy a supportive work environment that promotes safety, quality, and professional growth. Be part of a company that prioritizes employee well-being and offers opportunities for continuous learning and improvement.
Work Environment
Work in a pallet facility as a maintenance technician alongside approximately 25 coworkers. Responsibilities include repairing machines like conveyors, spray painting machines, forklifts, and other industrial equipment.
Shifts : 1st shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM) and 2nd shift (3:30 PM - 12:00 AM).
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/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 Wilmington,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.
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.