.A Day in the Life:

Maintenance Technician is responsible forperforming routine maintenance on all manufacturing equipment in the plant. Work is of a nature where decisions are made within limits and guidelines of general practices and procedures under the direction of the Maintenance Manager. Candidate must actively participate in Employee Safety Policy and maintain a safe work environment for self and all employees.

Position Details:Work Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shift schedule including weeknights and weekends with occasional overtime as needed. Hours are 5:45am 6:00pm.



Hourly Pay Rate: Starting at $28/hour based on experienceand knowledge. This role is eligible to receive an annual incentive bonus.



What You'll Be Doing:
* Perform mechanical maintenance activities and minor electrical repairs on all manufacturing process equipment. (Includes cleaning, lubricating, adjusting parts, equipment, and machinery).
* Troubleshoot production equipment throughout the plant.
* Communicate with production personnel regarding status of the lines.
* Monitor production lines and address any abnormal condition(s) of the machines.
* Perform adjustments and assist line operators with solving problems on different machines to improve quality and efficiency of the lines during production runs and changeovers.
* Work with operators to monitor all safety items on the machines and keep them in optimal operating condition.
* Perform major preventative maintenance activities on the production lines.
* Maintain record of repair work performed and equipment parts/components consumed.
* Maintain tool and machinery part inventory.
* Verify all tools and equipment are properly accounted for and put away.
* Perform other duties and functions as needed by the Shift Supervisor, Maintenance Manager or Reliability Manager.



Training Requirements:Food Safety, Food Security, Safety, HACCP as assigned to the area, and Pallet Jack Training.



Skill/Experience Requirements:
* High School graduate is preferred but not required.
* Knowledge of manufacturing equipment to include pumps, motors, conveyors, air valves, and various power sources.
* Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools including designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
* Problem solving and trouble-shooting equipment failure skills.
* Good oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to remain standing 100% of the shift.Must pass a functional capacity test prior to employment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SANDSTON, VA.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 SANDSTON,VA.
Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 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.

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