Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob Description

The maintenance technician will be responsible for repairing and maintaining all equipment in the factory, as well as modifying and installing equipment as needed. This role involves working closely with the Maintenance Manager.

ResponsibilitiesPerform mechanical troubleshooting, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps, and gear reducers.Support production with melting, refining, and other duties as requested by production supervisors or lead operators.Generate, complete, and close work orders using a computerized maintenance management system.Perform established preventive maintenance and corrective activities, while identifying new opportunities for improvement.Conduct general facility maintenance, such as plumbing and painting.Essential Skills3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.Strong mechanical industrial experience, with an 80% focus on mechanical and 20% on electrical tasks.Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.Skills in electrical maintenance, fabrication, HVAC, and use of maintenance management systems.Experience in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.Additional Skills & Qualifications3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.Proficiency in troubleshooting issues with pumps, motors, and conveyors.Blueprint experience.Experience using a computer to log repairs and preventive maintenance.Experience in the chocolate or food industry is a plus.Electrical certification is advantageous.Experience with industrial maintenance and food/GMP compliance.Why Work Here?

Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with up to 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, and even your birthday off. Work in an environment that welcomes workplace flexibility and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within an organization that values development and internal career advancement.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean GMP liquid chocolate factory, characterized by a hot setting due to the nature of liquid chocolate production. The dress code includes wearing a smock, hairnet, beard net, safety glasses, and steel-toe boots.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Robinson, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Robinson,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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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