Maintenance Technician

1st Shift (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM) | Buffalo, NY

Help keep critical manufacturing equipment running for materials that protect first responders and military personnel through life-saving applications such as ballistic protection and advanced defense systems.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• 2 weeks of paid vacation
• Stable manufacturing environment with long-term career growth
• Supportive leadership team with strong shop floor presence
• High level of autonomy and independent decision-making
• Work on unique, custom-built equipment and manufacturing processes
• Company-sponsored holiday and employee appreciation events

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Diagnose and resolve PLC-related equipment issues
• Maintain and repair 480V electrical systems, motor controls, and AC/DC components
• Service pumps, hydraulic systems, presses, furnaces, and other production equipment
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance activities
• Conduct equipment inspections and identify issues before downtime occurs
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Complete root cause analysis to solve recurring equipment problems
• Prioritize maintenance activities to support production schedules
• Work independently while collaborating with operations and maintenance teams

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Strong PLC troubleshooting skills
• Experience working with 480V electrical systems
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, and motor controls
• Preventative and predictive maintenance experience
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities

• Industrial manufacturing facility supporting defense, aerospace, and energy markets
• Work around large presses, furnaces, automated equipment, and industrial electrical systems
• Fast-paced production environment with a focus on reliability and uptime
• Non-climate-controlled facility
• Ideal for technicians who enjoy diagnosing complex equipment issues and taking ownership of maintenance projects

If you're a skilled maintenance technician looking for a 1st-shift opportunity where your work directly supports products that help protect lives, apply today.

This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo, NY.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a Permanent position based out of Buffalo, NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.