Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician-Direct Hire-$30-34/hr

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician ensures that high-speed food manufacturing lines operate safely and efficiently by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and repairing production equipment to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on food and beverage manufacturing equipment to keep production lines running reliably.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues on production machinery and identify root causes of equipment failures.
• Repair and adjust mechanical components such as gearboxes and other moving parts to restore optimal equipment performance.
• Use hand tools, including wrenches and screwdrivers, to complete mechanical repairs, adjustments, and equipment setups.
• Inspect production equipment regularly to detect wear, potential failures, and safety concerns before they impact operations.
• Collaborate with a team of maintenance technicians and production staff to prioritize work orders and support continuous production.
• Follow established safety procedures and guidelines while working around high-speed food manufacturing lines.
• Document maintenance activities and repairs accurately to support equipment history and future troubleshooting.
• Support both first and second shift operations as needed, including occasional weekend work during busy seasons.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of maintenance experience in a production environment at a food or beverage manufacturer.
• At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience specifically within food and beverage operations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience repairing and maintaining production equipment.
• Proficiency in performing preventive maintenance on industrial machinery.
• Experience working with mechanical components such as gearboxes and related equipment.
• Ability to safely and effectively use hand tools, including wrenches and screwdrivers, for repairs and adjustments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and support continuous production operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working as part of a larger maintenance team in a manufacturing plant.
• Comfort working around high-speed food production lines and associated equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose mechanical issues quickly.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with maintenance colleagues and production personnel.
• Reliability and flexibility to support first or second shift and occasional weekend work during busy periods.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports long-term financial security and work-life balance, including great paid time off programs, a fully vested 401(k) match, and weekly pay. Health coverage is robust, with medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with life insurance and retirement plan options. The organization offers the stability and continuity of a family-owned business that has been successfully operating for more than 75 years, fostering a supportive culture where employees can build lasting careers.

Work Environment

The role is based in a busy food manufacturing plant with a maintenance team of approximately 15 technicians supporting over 200 production workers. The environment is industrial and fast-paced, centered around high-speed production lines and mechanical equipment. Steel-toe footwear is required for safety. The primary schedule is Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with frequent weekend worktypically 1 to 2 Saturdays and/or Sundays per month during the busy season. Opportunities exist on both first and second shifts. Work involves regular use of hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers in and around production machinery, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

This is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, TX.

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $66560.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

DP and great paid time off benefits Fully vested 401(k) match Health Insurance includes medical, vision, dental Life insurance, and 401(k) available Weekly pay

This is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.

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.