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Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in improving the overall reliability and performance of manufacturing and infrastructure equipment. This position is essential for maintaining plant equipment at optimum efficiency. The Maintenance Technician will utilize troubleshooting skills and experience to resolve mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic problems. The technician will report to Level A Technicians and will be responsible for training and developing lower-level maintenance technicians, machine operators, and helpers to enhance machine efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repair on sprockets, pumps, and related equipment associated with bearings, shafts, chains, conveyors, and belts.

• Perform routine maintenance and repair on Hyperbaric HPP equipment.

• Perform routine maintenance and repair on steam, pneumatic, water, hydraulic, and other related piping equipment.

• Use and interpret schematics and blueprints related to mechanical and electrical equipment within the facility.

• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and resolve identified issues and problems.

• Observe situations, diagnose problems accurately, and implement corrective actions with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrate working knowledge of lock-out/tag-out procedures and confined space entry.

• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date maintenance database records.

• Engage in ongoing personal development, including staying updated on current maintenance techniques.

• Participate in safety and housekeeping programs.

• Perform other duties as directed by the Plant Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor, Process Engineer, and Level A Technician.

Essential Skills

• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

• Experience in maintenance and repair of industrial equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.

• Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures.

• Experience with lock-out/tag-out and confined space entry procedures.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and correct issues independently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a food or beverage regulated environment is ideal.

• Flexibility to work 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Why Work Here?

Our team values continuous improvement, safety, and personal development. We offer a dynamic work environment where employees can grow their skills and advance their careers. We prioritize a positive work-life balance and provide opportunities for professional development. Join us to be a part of a team that is dedicated to excellence and innovation.

Work Environment

This role involves working in a food and beverage regulated environment, where adherence to safety and maintenance protocols is paramount. The position requires flexibility to work 2nd and 3rd shifts. Employees are expected to follow all safety guidelines, including lock-out/tag-out and confined space entry procedures. The work environment is dynamic and encourages continuous learning and development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oceanside, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00/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 Oceanside,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2025.

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.