Maintenance Technician

Hiring Multiple Maintenance Technician On 1st Shift ASAP Vista, CA

Job Description

This role performs preventative, routine, and urgent maintenance on production machinery and equipment in a refrigerated food manufacturing facility. The Maintenance Technician ensures equipment operates safely and efficiently by conducting inspections, performing repairs, and supporting both electrical and mechanical systems. This position plays a key role in maintaining production uptime, adhering to safety standards, and supporting a clean and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on production machines and equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance needs and equipment breakdowns to restore operations safely and efficiently.
• Perform basic building maintenance tasks as needed, while focusing primarily on production machinery and equipment.
• Regularly clean, lubricate, and service machinery and moving parts to ensure optimal performance.
• Inspect plant equipment and moving parts on a regular basis to identify wear, damage, or potential issues before they cause failures.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues, including components such as contactors, voltage-related issues, pneumatics, conveyors, and automated equipment.
• Support maintenance activities on equipment used in food manufacturing and, where applicable, medical-related equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company standards.
• Follow all company safety guidelines, including lockout/tagout procedures, and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Collaborate with other maintenance team members and production staff to prioritize tasks and complete work efficiently.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections as required by company procedures.
• Assist in maintaining and improving the reliability of refrigeration equipment used in the facility.

Essential Skills

• 1–2 years of maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or similar environment.
• Experience working with both electrical (approximately 50%) and mechanical (approximately 50%) equipment, or strong mechanical experience with willingness to focus on mechanical responsibilities.

Work Environment

This role is based in a refrigerated food manufacturing plant maintained at approximately 40 degrees Fahrenheit, and you must be comfortable working 8–10 hours per day in this temperature. The environment may be wet or dry, depending on the production area and tasks. Production demands may require overtime and flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed. The company operates 24/7 with three shifts, and this position is assigned to 1st shift, with typical hours of either 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., on schedules such as Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vista, CA.

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 Vista,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 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.

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.