**Maintenance Technician** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance tasks on forklifts, conveyors, slitters, and rollers. The ideal candidate will ensure optimal equipment performance, minimize downtime, and extend the lifespan of equipment. You will be responsible for identifying and addressing safety concerns throughout the facility, continuously reviewing equipment operations to identify areas for improvement, and solving problems in a timely manner to minimize production disruptions. **Responsibilities** + Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure optimal equipment performance. + Carry out preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan. + Identify and address safety concerns throughout the facility. + Continuously review equipment operations and systems to identify areas for improvement. + Solve problems in a timely manner to minimize production disruptions. + Develop and implement strategies to reduce downtime and increase productivity. + Demonstrate strong mechanical and electrical knowledge to troubleshoot complex issues. + Analyze data and apply problem-solving skills to resolve equipment malfunctions. + Develop and maintain accurate documentation of work orders and maintenance activities. **Essential Skills** + 2+ years of maintenance experience. + Proficiency in mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance. + Experience in manufacturing or industrial settings. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Fabrication/welding experience. + Relevant schooling or technical education. **Work Environment** You will work in a clean, temperature-regulated environment within a steel processing facility. This position is for the 2nd shift, from 3 PM to 11 PM, Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays and extra hours as needed. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Portage, Indiana. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62400.00 • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage • 401(k) Plan with Company Match • Paid Time Off and Holidays • Education Assistance Program • Career Advancement Opportunities • Monthly profitability split between employees usually resulting in 4-7% of monthly pay given in bonus at end of each monthly (can result in an extra $350 per month **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Portage,IN. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 25, 2024. **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.