• Maintenance Technician

    Aerotek (Jessup, MD)


    Job Title: Maintenance Technician** **Job Description

     

    As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in aligning the Maintenance Organization with our core purpose. Your focus will be on supporting daily operations by eliminating machine breakdowns and enhancing maintenance processes and associate skill sets. The goal is to transition from reactive to planned maintenance, fostering continuous improvement in maintenance behaviors and systems in line with our continuous improvement culture.

    Responsibilities

    + Maintain production and quality by ensuring the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.

    + Perform skilled work in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, plumbing, boiler, wastewater, and general maintenance of equipment and structures.

    + Resolve emergency situations by taking corrective actions and completing necessary repairs.

    + Ensure operation of machinery by performing preventive maintenance on motors, pneumatic systems, conveyor systems, and production machines.

    + Troubleshoot malfunctions by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications.

    + Remove and replace defective parts using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.

    + Adjust functional parts or devices and determine changes in dimensional requirements by inspecting used parts.

    + Control downtime by informing production associates of routine preventive maintenance.

    + Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories, anticipate needs, place and expedite orders, and verify receipt.

    + Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

    + Engage in thorough troubleshooting of diverse technical issues and tasks.

    + Maintain technical knowledge by completing Dupont Level 2 & 3 Technician Training.

    + Ensure a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

    + Maintain records and reports as appropriate.

    + Perform all other duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in electrical, troubleshooting, mechanical, hydraulics, and pneumatics.

    + Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or guide up to 50 pounds individually or more with assistance.

    + Accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program.

    + 4 to 8 years of industrial maintenance experience or the equivalent.

    + Working knowledge of AC and DC circuits with the ability to work on voltages ranging from 5 Volt DC to 480 Volt AC.

    + Basic computer skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

    + Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System.

    + Possession of a valid driver's license.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Equipment maintenance, technical understanding, technical zeal.

    + Ability to deal with uncertainty, basic safety, and proficiency with power tools.

    + Attention to detail, flexibility, supervision, job knowledge, and productivity.

    + Required to provide own set of tools.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a family-owned company where you can step into a leadership role. Enjoy a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

    Work Environment

    Work in a food distribution center environment. The role primarily operates Monday through Friday from 7 am to 4 pm, with some overnight work required as needed.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jessup, MD.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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 Jessup,MD.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 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.