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Job Title: Maintenance Lead (3rd Shift)
Job Description
The 3rd shift maintenance lead oversees and performs multi-craft maintenance activities to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment. This role combines hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities, ensuring safe and reliable equipment operation, effective shift execution, accurate documentation, and strong communication across shifts to support the organization's production goals.
Responsibilities
Lead and perform multi-craft maintenance activities on production and facility equipment during 3rd shift (8:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday).
Safely install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machinery, equipment, and facility systems to support production and business objectives.
Serve as the primary technical resource for the maintenance team on shift, providing guidance and support on complex issues.
Execute shift work plans and ensure maintenance tasks are completed accurately, safely, and on schedule.
Perform preventive maintenance on AC/DC motors, pumps, sumps, gearboxes, hydraulic units, analog and digital drives, lift trucks, machinery, and industrial equipment.
Safely disassemble equipment, identify and recommend necessary replacement parts, and reassemble equipment to proper operating condition.
Apply sound judgment to determine when components should be repaired versus replaced.
Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, using a strong understanding of fluid power and preventive maintenance practices.
Conduct electrical troubleshooting and maintenance on single-phase and three-phase systems, including wiring, drives, and control circuits.
Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, ladder logic, and electrical specifications to diagnose and resolve issues.
Utilize measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators, as well as electrical test equipment including amp meters, ohmmeters, meggers, and voltmeters.
Understand AC, DC, and variable frequency drives, and troubleshoot to determine root causes of malfunctions.
Perform replacement drive installations and verify proper operation after installation.
Troubleshoot, and where preferred skills apply, create and modify Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programs to support equipment reliability and performance.
Support and champion failure reporting and root cause analysis activities to identify and eliminate recurring issues.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, safety, and productivity.
Promote communication across shifts by documenting work performed, issues encountered, and recommendations for follow-up.
Apply reliability principles and predictive technologies to monitor equipment condition and prevent unplanned downtime.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, documentation, and reports in accordance with company standards.
Collaborate with other departments, such as production and engineering, to coordinate maintenance activities and minimize impact on operations.
Essential Skills
Proven experience as a multi-craft maintenance technician in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Demonstrated ability to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on AC/DC motors, pumps, sumps, gearboxes, hydraulic units, analog and digital drives, lift trucks, machinery, and industrial equipment.
Ability to safely disassemble, inspect, recommend replacement parts, and reassemble equipment while making sound decisions on repair versus replacement.
Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics, including understanding of fluid power systems and maintenance practices.
Electrical troubleshooting and maintenance skills, including working knowledge of electrical standards and codes.
Ability to install single-phase and three-phase wiring in accordance with applicable standards.
Understanding of AC, DC, and variable frequency drives, including how each functions and how to troubleshoot to root cause.
Sound knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), with the ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, ladder logic, and electrical specifications.
Ability to use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
Proficiency with electrical test equipment including amp meters, ohmmeters, meggers, voltmeters, and other basic electrical tools.
Understanding of reliability principles and their application to equipment maintenance.
Knowledge of predictive technology and measures used to monitor equipment condition.
Willingness and ability to work 3rd shift (8:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Welding skills and the ability to fabricate machine parts from drawings for equipment repairs (preferred).
Experience performing replacement drive installations and verifying correct operation.
Ability to understand and complete AutoCAD drawings (a plus).
Experience participating in failure reporting and root cause analysis activities.
Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Comfort working in a leadership capacity on shift, including providing technical direction and support to others.
Why Work Here?
Join a long-established organization that has operated successfully for over a century and continues to grow in a dynamic, future-focused industry. You will help support the production of components used in solar panel technologies, including bimetallic wire and cable solutions that are experiencing strong demand. The company offers very competitive compensation and the opportunity to work with advanced industrial equipment in a setting that values reliability, safety, and continuous improvement.
Work Environment
This role is based in a manufacturing facility with a non-climate-controlled environment. Temperatures can become hot during the summer months inside the plant, and the work involves physical labor typical of industrial and manufacturing settings. The position follows a 3rd shift schedule from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. The facility uses a point-based attendance system, which requires consistent punctuality and adherence to scheduled hours.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fayetteville, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Fayetteville,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.
About Aerotek
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.