Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician
Job Description
The Maintenance Mechanic position ensures the continuous operation of production and facility equipment through troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance. This role supports plant operations by maintaining mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems across production and utility equipment.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose equipment issues and repair or replace defective components.
- Perform scheduled maintenance to prevent breakdowns.
- Assist with installing and setting up machinery.
- Maintain utility systems such as steam, gas, air, and electrical.
- Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company safety standards and OSHA regulations.
Essential Skills
- Strong technical skills and hands-on experience with industrial equipment.
- Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting principles: investigating, evaluating, repairing, and preventing.
- Experience in preventive and predictive maintenance on production and utility systems.
- Knowledge of safe machine startup/shutdown procedures and OSHA compliance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 3+ years of maintenance/mechanic experience, especially in packaging or food production.
- Technical certification or trade school education preferred.
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and operate shop equipment.
- Experience using work orders and maintenance tracking systems.
- Strong critical thinking and ability to work under pressure.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy competitive pay with a full-time steady schedule and consistent hours. The position offers a hands-on technical role with exposure to diverse equipment and systems, fostering career growth potential. Experience a safety-focused culture with a strong emphasis on OSHA compliance and safe work practices.
Work Environment
The role is based in a fast-paced food processing/manufacturing plant, working around active machinery and industrial equipment. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm or 9am-6pm. Expect frequent lifting, climbing ladders, working at heights, and operating in tight spaces, with exposure to heat, steam, noise, and mechanical operations. The environment is safety-focused, adhering to OSHA guidelines, with a team-oriented atmosphere collaborating with maintenance staff, production teams, and plant management.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Angola, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/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 Angola,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.