Maintenance Technician (35 To 41 An Hour)

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician - 36-41/hr - Direct Placement

Responsibilities

• Overhaul, repair, and test high-speed production equipment, including ovens, packaging machines, mixers, cartoners, baggers, stuffers, and related machinery throughout the facility.
• Read, interpret, use, and update shop prints, technical drawings, and equipment specifications to support maintenance and repair activities.
• Refer to and apply information from manufacturers’ manuals for servicing, troubleshooting, and installing equipment and distribution systems.
• Determine manpower, materials, tools, and methods required to complete assigned maintenance and repair work efficiently and safely.
• Recommend changes to equipment, processes, or methods to improve reliability, performance, and maintainability.
• Prepare, paint, and refinish surfaces as needed, and maintain cleanliness and organization in all work areas.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and test equipment to diagnose issues, perform repairs, and verify proper equipment operation.
• Maintain spare parts inventory, monitor stock levels, and order replacement parts and materials as required to minimize equipment downtime.
• Coordinate with maintenance supervision when locking and tagging systems to ensure proper lockout/tagout procedures are followed.
• Consistently observe and adhere to all safety standards, policies, and best practices while performing maintenance activities.
• Observe and assist outside contractors working on-site to ensure their work complies with facility standards and safety requirements.
• Train new hires and internal transfers on proper maintenance procedures, equipment operation, and safety standards.
• Apply mechanical maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting skills to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
• Perform fabrication tasks, including welding, grinding, and assembly, to repair or modify equipment and components as needed.
• Work with drive trains, including belts, pulleys, sprockets, and chains, to install, align, adjust, and maintain these systems.
• Support basic electrical work on 110V single-phase and 230V and 480V three-phase systems within the scope of the role.
• Work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and repairing related components.
• Support the use and maintenance of sensors, PLC-controlled equipment, motors, and drive systems as part of overall equipment reliability.

Essential Skills

• 2–5 years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• 2–5 years of mechanical troubleshooting experience on high-speed or complex production equipment.
• 2–5 years of experience working with drive trains, including belts, pulleys, sprockets, and chains.
• 2–5 years of basic electrical experience with 110V single-phase and 230V/480V three-phase systems.
• 2–5 years of fabrication experience, including welding, grinding, and mechanical assembly.
• Experience working with hydraulic systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience working with pneumatic systems and components.
• Ability to read, interpret, and update shop prints, technical drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Ability to understand and apply information from manufacturers’ manuals for servicing and installing equipment.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and test equipment used in mechanical maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of safety standards, including lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to train others in maintenance procedures and safety practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis and long-term solutions.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize multiple tasks in a production environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a large, established manufacturing operation that offers exposure to a wide variety of equipment, from legacy systems to more modern technology. The environment supports the growth of well-rounded maintenance professionals through hands-on experience, cross-training, and opportunities to mentor and learn from others. The facility values safety, adherence to standards, and teamwork, creating a setting where your technical skills and ideas can directly contribute to operational reliability and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This role is based in a very large food manufacturing facility that produces snack products at scale. The site consists of two main buildings: one housing equipment updated from the 1980s and another featuring equipment updated from the 2000s. You will work around high-speed production lines, including ovens, mixers, packaging equipment, cartoners, baggers, and stuffers, as well as associated mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The environment is fast-paced and production-focused, requiring consistent attention to safety practices, including lockout/tagout procedures and adherence to facility standards. Work involves regular use of hand tools, power tools, welding and fabrication equipment, and test instruments, and requires moving throughout the facility to support multiple lines and areas.

This is a Permanent position based out of Troy, OH.

The pay range for this position is $66000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

Conagra offers medical, dental, vision insurance. They also offer 401k

This is a fully onsite position in Troy,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 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.