Technician
Aerotek, Richmond, VA, United States
Job Title: Repair Technician – Industrial Rotating Equipment
Job Description
The Repair Technician will travel to a variety of industrial sites, including fueling stations, power plants, refineries, water treatment facilities, and renewable energy facilities, to repair, troubleshoot, and service equipment. This role focuses on maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing industrial rotating equipment such as reciprocating engines, compressors, and steam turbines. The technician ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of mechanical systems while working independently in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Responsibilities
Travel to customer sites such as fueling stations, power plants, refineries, water treatment facilities, and renewable energy facilities to perform field service work.
Perform detailed inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on reciprocating engines, compressors, steam turbines, and other rotating equipment.
Conduct routine and preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and extend the life of mechanical systems.
Disassemble mechanical components such as pistons, valves, bearings, seals, rotors, and casings using appropriate hand and power tools.
Repair, replace, and reassemble mechanical components to restore equipment to safe and reliable operating condition.
Identify root causes of mechanical failures and implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment documentation to support accurate repair and installation work.
Perform installation and assembly of mechanical equipment and components as required at customer sites.
Use precision instruments and diagnostic equipment to measure, align, and verify the condition of rotating equipment.
Apply mechanical troubleshooting techniques to resolve complex equipment issues in the field with minimal supervision.
Follow established safety procedures and best practices while working in industrial environments, including heat, noise, and confined spaces.
Communicate clearly with customers and internal teams regarding findings, repair recommendations, and work performed.
Document maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections in a clear and accurate manner.
Represent the company professionally in a customer-facing role while traveling across multiple states.
Essential Skills
3–5 years of experience working in an industrial environment repairing machinery and equipment.
Proven hands-on experience repairing reciprocating engines, compressors, and/or steam turbines in an industrial setting.
Strong mechanical aptitude with a solid understanding of mechanical systems, rotating equipment, and basic fluid dynamics.
Proficiency using mechanical hand and power tools, precision instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.
Capability to lift heavy components and perform physically demanding work in industrial environments, including exposure to heat, noise, and confined spaces.
Ability and willingness to travel across multiple states and spend extended periods of time away from home.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Technical or vocational training in a mechanical or industrial discipline is preferred.
Technical school education and military experience are viewed favorably.
Experience in power generation, oil and gas, chemical processing, or heavy industrial maintenance is preferred.
Certification in mechanical maintenance, millwrighting, or a related field is an advantage.
Familiarity with vibration analysis, alignment techniques, and condition monitoring systems is beneficial.
Experience with inspection, repair, and overhaul of complex steam turbines, reciprocating and integral engines, centrifugal and screw compressors, and trip and throttle valves is highly valuable.
Comfort working in a customer-facing field service role with frequent travel.
Why Work Here?
You will join a stable and well-supported mechanical services organization backed by a large, established parent company, offering long-term security and growth potential. The role provides exposure to diverse industrial environments and complex rotating equipment, allowing you to continuously build your technical expertise. You will work with a team that values safety, quality workmanship, and professionalism while giving you the autonomy to operate independently in the field. Extensive travel and varied project locations create a dynamic work experience with opportunities to broaden your skills and advance your career in industrial maintenance and repair.
Work Environment
This is a field-based role with extensive multi-state travel to industrial sites such as fueling stations, power plants, refineries, water treatment facilities, and renewable energy facilities. Work is performed in active industrial environments that may involve heat, noise, rotating machinery, and confined spaces. The technician regularly uses mechanical hand and power tools, precision instruments, and diagnostic equipment to service rotating equipment including turbines, engines, and compressors. Hours may vary based on customer needs and project schedules, and work may require flexibility to accommodate travel and on-site service demands. The environment emphasizes strict adherence to safety procedures and high standards of workmanship while working directly with customers at their facilities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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 Richmond,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.
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.
Job Description
The Repair Technician will travel to a variety of industrial sites, including fueling stations, power plants, refineries, water treatment facilities, and renewable energy facilities, to repair, troubleshoot, and service equipment. This role focuses on maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing industrial rotating equipment such as reciprocating engines, compressors, and steam turbines. The technician ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of mechanical systems while working independently in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Responsibilities
Travel to customer sites such as fueling stations, power plants, refineries, water treatment facilities, and renewable energy facilities to perform field service work.
Perform detailed inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on reciprocating engines, compressors, steam turbines, and other rotating equipment.
Conduct routine and preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and extend the life of mechanical systems.
Disassemble mechanical components such as pistons, valves, bearings, seals, rotors, and casings using appropriate hand and power tools.
Repair, replace, and reassemble mechanical components to restore equipment to safe and reliable operating condition.
Identify root causes of mechanical failures and implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment documentation to support accurate repair and installation work.
Perform installation and assembly of mechanical equipment and components as required at customer sites.
Use precision instruments and diagnostic equipment to measure, align, and verify the condition of rotating equipment.
Apply mechanical troubleshooting techniques to resolve complex equipment issues in the field with minimal supervision.
Follow established safety procedures and best practices while working in industrial environments, including heat, noise, and confined spaces.
Communicate clearly with customers and internal teams regarding findings, repair recommendations, and work performed.
Document maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections in a clear and accurate manner.
Represent the company professionally in a customer-facing role while traveling across multiple states.
Essential Skills
3–5 years of experience working in an industrial environment repairing machinery and equipment.
Proven hands-on experience repairing reciprocating engines, compressors, and/or steam turbines in an industrial setting.
Strong mechanical aptitude with a solid understanding of mechanical systems, rotating equipment, and basic fluid dynamics.
Proficiency using mechanical hand and power tools, precision instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.
Capability to lift heavy components and perform physically demanding work in industrial environments, including exposure to heat, noise, and confined spaces.
Ability and willingness to travel across multiple states and spend extended periods of time away from home.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Effective communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Technical or vocational training in a mechanical or industrial discipline is preferred.
Technical school education and military experience are viewed favorably.
Experience in power generation, oil and gas, chemical processing, or heavy industrial maintenance is preferred.
Certification in mechanical maintenance, millwrighting, or a related field is an advantage.
Familiarity with vibration analysis, alignment techniques, and condition monitoring systems is beneficial.
Experience with inspection, repair, and overhaul of complex steam turbines, reciprocating and integral engines, centrifugal and screw compressors, and trip and throttle valves is highly valuable.
Comfort working in a customer-facing field service role with frequent travel.
Why Work Here?
You will join a stable and well-supported mechanical services organization backed by a large, established parent company, offering long-term security and growth potential. The role provides exposure to diverse industrial environments and complex rotating equipment, allowing you to continuously build your technical expertise. You will work with a team that values safety, quality workmanship, and professionalism while giving you the autonomy to operate independently in the field. Extensive travel and varied project locations create a dynamic work experience with opportunities to broaden your skills and advance your career in industrial maintenance and repair.
Work Environment
This is a field-based role with extensive multi-state travel to industrial sites such as fueling stations, power plants, refineries, water treatment facilities, and renewable energy facilities. Work is performed in active industrial environments that may involve heat, noise, rotating machinery, and confined spaces. The technician regularly uses mechanical hand and power tools, precision instruments, and diagnostic equipment to service rotating equipment including turbines, engines, and compressors. Hours may vary based on customer needs and project schedules, and work may require flexibility to accommodate travel and on-site service demands. The environment emphasizes strict adherence to safety procedures and high standards of workmanship while working directly with customers at their facilities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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 Richmond,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.
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.