Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description

The Maintenance Technician performs primarily mechanical maintenance on conveyor systems, baler machines, and box-making machines within a large distribution center. This role also requires basic industrial electrical work, including replacing 3-phase 480V motors, gear boxes, sensors, relays, and photo eyes, as well as general building maintenance such as drywall repair, painting, and plumbing. The technician supports reliable operation of packaging line equipment and facility systems through troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance.

• Perform mechanical maintenance on conveyor systems, baler machines, and box-making machines to ensure efficient and reliable operation.
• Carry out basic industrial electrical maintenance, including replacing 3-phase 480V motors, gear boxes, sensors, relays, and photo eyes.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and maintain both mechanical and electrical systems across the distribution center.
• Support maintenance of all building systems and packaging line equipment, including minor forklift and conveyor system repairs.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and maintain control wiring and electrical circuits for automated equipment.
• Work with self-automated packaging line equipment and ensure it operates safely and effectively.
• Assist with general building maintenance tasks such as drywall work, painting, and basic plumbing repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and facility equipment to minimize downtime.
• Start up air compressors at the beginning of the shift and shut them down at the end of the shift.
• Operate, after training, scissor lifts and boom lifts to perform maintenance at height when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in alignment with the facility’s strong safety culture.
• Collaborate with operations and other departments to address equipment issues promptly and support continuous workflow.

• Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician in an industrial or distribution center environment.
• Strong mechanical skills with experience maintaining conveyor systems, baler machines, and box-making machines.
• Basic industrial electrical skills, including working with 3-phase 480V systems and related components.
• Ability to replace motors, gear boxes, sensors, relays, and photo eyes safely and accurately.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical and electrical equipment issues.
• Understanding of self-automated packaging line equipment and its maintenance requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and maintain control wiring and electrical circuits.
• Capability to perform general building maintenance tasks, including drywall repair, painting, and basic plumbing.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices for industrial machinery.
• Comfort working with hydraulics and pneumatics in an industrial setting.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to established safety procedures.

• Experience working in a large distribution center or similar high-throughput facility.
• Familiarity with maintenance of minor forklift and conveyor system components.
• Ability to learn and safely operate scissor lifts and boom lifts after training.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple maintenance tasks and priorities.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with operations and other team members.
• Attention to detail in documenting maintenance activities and equipment status.

Employees work in a modern, climate-controlled, and well-organized facility that prioritizes safety and cleanliness. The environment is structured yet not high pressure, supporting a balanced and steady pace of work. Team members benefit from a strong safety culture, clear processes, and the opportunity to work with contemporary equipment in both retail distribution and e-commerce operations.

The role is based in a very modern, climate-controlled, and well-organized 325,000-square-foot distribution center. The facility is clean and primarily centered around conveyor systems, with dedicated areas supporting both retail locations and e-commerce operations. The work involves regular interaction with industrial equipment, packaging line machinery, and building systems, often using tools and lifts such as scissor and boom lifts after training. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and consistent workflow rather than high-pressure production, providing a comfortable and professional setting for daily maintenance activities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ashland, VA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

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.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Ashland,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

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.

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.

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.