Maintenance Technician

Aerotek

McFarland, CA 93250, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Real Estate

Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining and repairing industrial equipment with a strong emphasis on electrical and welding work in a food and beverage processing environment. The Maintenance Technician ensures reliable operation of production machinery by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and safely working with industrial electrical systems.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Diagnose and repair electrical issues in industrial systems, including troubleshooting faults and replacing components as needed.
Carry out welding tasks to repair or fabricate parts and structures that support production equipment.
Work with industrial electrical systems, following proper safety procedures when working near energized equipment and moving mechanical parts.
Support maintenance activities in a food and beverage processing environment, ensuring equipment runs efficiently and downtime is minimized.
Operate safely in areas with moving mechanical parts, dusty and noisy conditions, outdoor weather exposure, and potential chemical contact.
Document maintenance work performed and communicate equipment status and issues to supervisors and team members.
Drive as needed for work-related purposes while maintaining a clean driving record in order to qualify for permanent employment consideration.
Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to facility procedures.
Work night shifts from approximately 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., including weekdays, and adjust to a rotating schedule with days off during the week.

Essential Skills

3-5+ years of experience in electrical maintenance and repair in an industrial environment.
Industrial maintenance experience with hands-on work on production and processing equipment.
Industrial electrical experience, including troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems.
Welding experience for equipment repair and fabrication tasks.
Experience working in food and beverage processing environments or similar industrial settings.
High school diploma or equivalent education.
Ability to maintain a clean driving record and provide a five-year DMV printout for permanent employment consideration.
Ability to work safely around moving mechanical parts, dusty and noisy conditions, outdoor weather, and chemicals.
Willingness and ability to work night shifts from 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. with midweek days off.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge of 480V electrical systems.
Experience with MIG welding techniques.
Familiarity with three-phase wiring and related industrial electrical configurations.
Prior experience in food and beverage processing environments, which typically translates well to this role.
Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Commitment to safety and adherence to established procedures and guidelines.
Flexibility to work a schedule that may include nights and midweek days off.
Openness to direct hire or contract-to-hire employment arrangements.

Why Work Here?

The employer offers the opportunity to join a stable industrial operation with the potential for either direct hire or contract-to-hire employment, providing flexibility in how you begin your role. You will gain valuable experience working with industrial electrical and mechanical systems in a production environment, building skills that are highly transferable across the industry. The organization emphasizes safety and consistency, giving you the chance to develop your career in maintenance while working with established processes and equipment.

Work Environment

This position is based at an industrial facility in a production setting. You will regularly work near moving mechanical parts and operate in very dusty and noisy conditions. The role involves exposure to outdoor weather conditions and potential contact with chemicals used in the process, so adherence to safety procedures and use of personal protective equipment is essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mc Farland, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Mc Farland,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 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 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.