Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to maintain and repair equipment in our food and beverage production facility. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of sanitary design principles, and experience working with high-speed packaging and processing machinery. The ideal candidate will ensure equipment reliability while adhering to strict food safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on processing equipment , packaging lines , conveyors, pumps, and mixers.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime.
• Install and align machinery components, including bearings, shafts, and gearboxes.
• Maintain compliance with FDA , USDA , and food safety regulations during all maintenance activities.
• Inspect and replace worn or damaged parts using precision tools and measuring instruments.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure equipment meets operational and sanitation standards.
• Document maintenance activities and maintain accurate records for audits.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability.

Qualifications

Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics.

Understanding of HACCP , GMP , and food safety compliance.

Physical Requirements

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hurlock, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00 / 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 :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hurlock,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

About Aerotek :

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.

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.