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Aerotek Maintenance Technician in Austin, Texas
Maintenance Technician
Job Description
As the largest fresh-cut fruit and vegetable processor in South Texas, we have been delivering the highest quality products to our customers for over forty years. We source only the highest quality ingredients to deliver great tasting, healthy products to our customers. With exciting innovation, we keep growing! As a Maintenance Technician, you will be proficient in mechanics and electrical fields, working independently and contributing to the development of other maintenance disciplines. You are expected to understand and maintain typical industrial components that are arrayed into machines that accomplish specific tasks.
Responsibilities
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities on equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair line equipment.
Support the facility by effectively interfacing with the team and repairing other equipment as needed.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment.
Evaluate and make recommendations regarding required repairs and maintenance.
Replace P.C. boards and program VFDs.
Identify, repair, and replace broken machine components.
Diagnose malfunctions and analyze results using testing devices.
Perform preventive maintenance and inspect parts for signs of excessive wear or damage.
Repair, modify, and/or replace parts on all production and facility equipment.
Maintain, replace, and repair all pneumatic equipment.
Troubleshoot complex pneumatic system issues.
Repair and maintain air compressors and other plant utility systems.
Identify energy loss and correct issues.
System troubleshooting and problem solving of team production problems.
Replace/repair hydraulic cylinders, valves, and pumps.
Maintain work and shop area and stock tools, parts, and keep a written record of work performed.
Perform preventive maintenance inspections.
Complete repairs and parts replacements.
Repair, install, adjust, or maintain machines or vehicles.
Partake in Safety Observations, Safe Work Practices, LOTO, and Job Hazard Analysis.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and proper quality documentation.
Develop fundamental skills such as reading schematics and blueprints, mathematics, power tools, measurements, and hand tools.
Participate in preventive maintenance programs for plant equipment, machinery, and related facilities; identify equipment maintenance needs.
Essential Skills
Electrical troubleshooting
Maintenance technician experience
Repair skills
Industrial experience
Ability to read schematics and blueprints
PLC troubleshooting
Experience with 3-phase electrical systems
Experience with VFDs
Control cabinet expertise
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Strong communication skills
General mechanical aptitude
Experience with 480V electrical troubleshooting
Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Experience in food manufacturing (preferred for Level 3 Techs)
Commercial refrigeration experience (a plus)
Why Work Here?
We offer a complete insurance package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Our benefits also include several low-cost supplemental plans, a 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match, paid holidays, and generous paid time off. Enjoy various bonus opportunities, including attendance and referral programs, and numerous employee appreciation events throughout the year.
Work Environment
Our climate-controlled food manufacturing plant is located just east of downtown. We operate on a Monday through Friday schedule with two shifts: 1st shift from 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 2nd shift from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM. Candidates must be open to working both shifts. The facility includes numerous conveyors and distribution equipment, as well as food manufacturing equipment, making it a dynamic and engaging work environment. We are a small but growing team committed to quality and innovation.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, Texas.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00
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 Austin,TX.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 1, 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.
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