What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Associate position at Astronics?
We're looking for a hands-on Maintenance Associate to support the maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and continuous operation of our manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and infrastructure. In this role, you'll work closely with our maintenance team to perform preventive and corrective maintenance while helping ensure equipment reliability, safety compliance, and operational efficiency.
This position is designed to support succession planning within the Maintenance department — you'll cross-train with senior maintenance personnel to build a strong working knowledge of our equipment, processes, and facility operations, with the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility over time.
What You'll Do
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment, machinery, and facility systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and plumbing issues in a safe and timely manner.
- Assist with diagnosing equipment failures and implementing long-term corrective solutions.
- Support installation, setup, and relocation of machinery and equipment as needed.
- Conduct routine inspections and testing of equipment to proactively identify maintenance needs.
- Respond to maintenance requests and equipment downtime issues with urgency and professionalism.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and inspection documentation.
- Work closely with production and operations teams to minimize downtime and support operational efficiency.
- Learn existing maintenance systems, procedures, vendor relationships, and facility operations from senior maintenance staff.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with company safety standards and OSHA regulations.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvements, equipment reliability, and cost savings.
- Participate in on-call, overtime, weekend, or shift coverage as business needs require.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical school, vocational training, or certifications in maintenance-related fields preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.
- Electrical certification or licensing preferred.
Competencies
- Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and collaborate effectively with team members.
- Demonstrated reliability, initiative, and willingness to learn leadership responsibilities over time.
Technical Skills
- Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic plumbing systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely and effectively.
- Forklift, lift equipment, or welding experience is a plus.
Work Environment
- Primarily a manufacturing and facility environment that may include noise, heat, machinery, and varying temperatures.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Ability to safely use ladders, lifts, and maintenance equipment.
Why You'll Enjoy Working Here:
- Flexibility that works: 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
- Culture of Balance & Growth: we believe in creating space for life outside of work while offering constant opportunities to sharpen your skills and grow your career
Compensation & Benefits:
- Pay range: $65,000 - $75,000 /year to be influenced by several factors including experience, skill set, education, certifications, market conditions, and business needs.
- Competitive rewards: Benefits start the first of the month after hire, quarterly bonus tied to company profitability, 401(k) with 3% company contribution, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid holidays (including a full Christmas week shutdown), and comprehensive health/vision/dental coverage
Ready to build a rewarding career with us? Apply today!
Additional Details
- An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check
- Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions and correspondence
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and arms to pull handles and push buttons and reach objects. Requirements may also include repetitive motions, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching or crawling.
- The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly
- Due to federal contract obligations, this position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee's authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
- Astronics LSI is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail LSINY.jobs@astronics.com; or call: 716-655-0800. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets.
For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit www.Astronics.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000