Maintenance Technician, Sparta MI

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician, Sparta MI

• Food Industry
• Weekly Pay $25-32/hour
• Long-Term Contract or Contract-to-Hire
• NO WEEKENDS

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for a 1st shift contract position, lasting 6 to 9 months, at our Sparta, Michigan location. This role involves maintaining, servicing, and repairing plant equipment, performing preventive maintenance (PM), and completing work orders. No weekends are required, as we have a dedicated weekend shift crew.

• Maintain and service mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.
• Perform skilled repair services on mechanical, electrical, and building systems and equipment.
• Conduct periodic inspections to evaluate repair requests.
• Identify and order necessary replacement parts.
• Supervise the installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of switches, cables, and other equipment.
• Ensure compliance with company requirements.
• Schedule and coordinate installation support and service operations.
• Complete all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of industrial machine repair experience.
• Experience in hydraulic repair.
• Proficiency in repairing conveyors, fillers, labelers, and sensors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Food manufacturing experience is highly preferred.

Why Work Here?

Join a clean and reputable food manufacturer that values safety and quality. Enjoy a supportive work environment with no weekend shifts required, offering a balanced work-life experience.

Work Environment

The work is based at a food manufacturing facility in Sparta, MI, ensuring a clean and safe environment. The role operates on a 1st shift with a shift premium, and the facility maintains a focus on compliance and safety standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sparta, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Sparta,MI.

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.

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.