Junior Maintenance Technician

Description Job Title: Junior Maintenance Technician Location: Browns Summit, NC Employment Type: Direct Placement Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00/hr. Schedule: 40 hours/week About the Opportunity We are seeking a Junior Maintenance Technician to support its existing maintenance team in maintaining production equipment and facility operations. This is a hands-on, developmental opportunity for someone with strong mechanical aptitude who wants to build a career in industrial maintenance within the food manufacturing industry. The Junior Maintenance Technician will work alongside an experienced Maintenance Mechanic, assisting with preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, troubleshooting, and general facility maintenance while developing technical skills. Why You'll Love Working Here Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability. Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries. People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work. Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates. Why This Opportunity is Exciting This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. What You’ll Do Assist with preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery and facility equipment. Support experienced maintenance personnel in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment issues. Assist with repairs and replacement of mechanical components, including motors, pumps, bearings, belts, and other equipment components as applicable. Learn to identify equipment malfunctions and communicate potential problems to the maintenance team. Assist with the inspection and maintenance of pneumatic systems and other facility equipment. Support equipment installations, adjustments, and repairs under the direction of experienced maintenance personnel. Help maintain an organized inventory of maintenance tools, replacement parts, and supplies. Assist with routine facility maintenance and general upkeep. Follow established safety procedures when working with machinery, tools, and equipment. Work with the maintenance team to minimize equipment downtime and support production operations. Participate in hands-on training to develop industrial maintenance and troubleshooting skills. This position provides an opportunity to develop practical maintenance skills through hands-on experience alongside an experienced Maintenance Mechanic. The successful candidate will gain exposure to equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, mechanical repairs, and the maintenance requirements of a food manufacturing facility. Job Requirements What You’ll Bring High School Diploma or GED. 2+ years of experience in maintenance, manufacturing, mechanical repair, construction, automotive repair, technical trades, or a related hands-on environment. What Sets You Apart Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in learning industrial maintenance. Basic familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment. Ability to follow instructions and work effectively alongside experienced maintenance personnel. Willingness to learn equipment troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance. Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Commitment to workplace safety and proper equipment-handling procedures. Previous experience in manufacturing, production, mechanical repair, or equipment maintenance. Technical school training or coursework in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or mechanical technology. Basic understanding of motors, pumps, pneumatics, or industrial machinery. Previous experience in food manufacturing or food processing environments. Familiarity with preventive maintenance procedures. Additional Information Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical maintenance activities. 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