Conveyor Technician

Aerotek; Ontario (CA); On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Conveyor for an Ontario, CA facility. The role involves hands-on maintenance, clearing jams, and supporting reliable material handling systems in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with a Reliability & Maintenance Engineering team to keep equipment running smoothly and safely. The ideal candidate has a background in construction or manufacturing, is comfortable with ladders and heavy lifting, and can handle shifts up to 12 hours, including

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency with standard hand tools for basic maintenance and installation tasks.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 49 pounds regularly.
• Stand and walk for shifts up to 12 hours in a fast-paced environment.
• Climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in construction or manufacturing or similar hands-on role.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment to maintain uptime and flow.
• Climb ladders and gangways to access elevated equipment and resolve jams.
• Use basic hand tools to complete maintenance tasks across projects.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks following safety practices.
• Move equipment and materials as part of daily tasks (up to 49 pounds).
• Work up to 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends, to support operations.
• Communicate equipment status and collaborate with team for continuous improvement.

Skills

Hand tools

Lifting 49 lb

12-hour shifts

Ladder access

Flexible schedule

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Technician - Conveyor

Job Description

Join a dynamic Reliability & Maintenance Engineering team where you play a hands-on role in keeping critical conveyance and material handling systems running smoothly. You will support key operational and project initiatives by safely clearing equipment jams, performing basic preventive maintenance tasks, and working closely with other team members to maintain steady material flow across a fast-paced facility. This role is ideal for someone with a construction, installation, manufacturing, or distribution experience who enjoys working around machinery, solving practical problems, and contributing directly to operational success.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment (MHE) to maintain system uptime and consistent operational flow.

• Climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions in hard-to-reach areas.

• Use basic hand tools to complete assigned tasks across various operational and maintenance projects.

• Follow established safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on a variety of equipment.

• Move equipment and materials weighing up to 49 pounds as part of daily operational and maintenance activities.

• Stand and walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours while monitoring equipment and responding to jam conditions.

• Perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head to access and service equipment.

• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays, to support continuous operations and project needs.

• Collaborate with teammates and supervisors to identify issues, communicate equipment status, and support continuous improvement of operational processes.

• Adapt to working across multiple areas of the facility, adjusting to changing priorities and project requirements.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in using standard hand tools for basic maintenance and installation tasks.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 49 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand and walk for shifts up to 12 hours in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment.
• Ability to perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in a construction or manufacturing environment, or similar hands-on operational role.
• Comfort working around equipment and machinery in an active production or distribution setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Installation experience or a construction experience, particularly involving equipment or structural work.
• Experience in manufacturing or production environments, especially working directly on the floor with machinery or material handling systems.
• Experience in distribution or warehouse operations, with exposure to conveyance and material handling equipment.
• Familiarity with basic preventive maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed safety procedures and operational guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness when working around moving equipment.
• Dependable work ethic and reliability in supporting continuous operations.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that values safety, collaboration, and hands-on problem solving, giving you the opportunity to work directly with equipment and see the immediate impact of your efforts on daily operations. The environment supports skill development in maintenance and reliability, offering exposure to large-scale material handling systems and structured processes. Flexible scheduling, including a variety of shifts, allows you to align your work with personal needs while contributing to a high-performing, supportive team culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fast-paced industrial facility that uses conveyance and material handling equipment to support high-volume operations. You will work around active machinery and production lines, frequently moving throughout the facility to respond to equipment jams and perform basic maintenance tasks. Shifts can last up to 12 hours and may include nights, weekends, and holidays as part of a flexible schedule. The position requires regular physical activity, including standing, walking, climbing ladders and gangways, lifting up to 49 pounds, and performing frequent bending, stretching, and reaching above the head and below the waist. You will use standard hand tools and follow established safety protocols at all times while working in a structured, process-driven environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ontario, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ontario, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ontario,CA.

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.