Maintenance Engineer

Aerotek; Washington; On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Training provided

Job summary

Aerotek in Plymouth, WA is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician for a fast-paced food processing facility. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation to keep production equipment safe and compliant with OSHA and NEC standards.

The position starts with day shift training and transitions to a night schedule, with overtime opportunities and a strong emphasis on safety, documentation, and collaboration with production teams to improve equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food processing or manufacturing.
• Strong experience in electrical troubleshooting up to 480V (3-phase systems).
• Knowledge of AC/DC systems, PLCs, transformers, motor controls, and Allen-Bradley components.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and work with technical diagrams and schematics.
• Experience repairing and maintaining industrial machinery and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on production equipment to reduce downtime and maintain efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and HVAC systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams for accurate repairs and modifications.
• Safely work with high-voltage systems (up to 480V, 3-phase).
• Maintain and repair equipment including motors, pumps, conveyors, and packaging machinery.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and NEC standards.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

AC/DC systems

PLCs

Allen-Bradley

Mechanical systems

Schematics

Welding basics

Night shift readiness

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Immediate Hiring: Maintenance Technician – Day Shift (Food Processing Facility)Pay- 20-27$/hLocation- Plymouth, WAJob Overview

We are urgently seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our team in a fast-paced food processing facility. This role is critical to ensuring production equipment operates efficiently, safely, and in compliance with OSHA and food safety standards.

You will begin with day shift training and later transition to a night shift schedule, supporting ongoing operations through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment installation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on production equipment to reduce downtime and maintain efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and HVAC systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams for accurate repairs and modifications.
• Safely work with high-voltage systems (up to 480V, 3-phase).
• Maintain and repair equipment including motors, pumps, conveyors, and packaging machinery.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
• Respond quickly to urgent maintenance needs impacting production and safety.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation of repairs and parts used.
• Support facility maintenance tasks such as plumbing, welding, painting, and general repairs.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation protocols during maintenance work.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve equipment performance and reliability.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food processing or manufacturing.
• Strong experience in electrical troubleshooting up to 480V (3-phase systems).
• Knowledge of AC/DC systems, PLCs, transformers, motor controls, and Allen-Bradley components.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and work with technical diagrams and schematics.
• Experience repairing and maintaining industrial machinery and control systems.
• Basic welding and plumbing skills.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work night shifts and overtime after initial training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food processing environments.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems and facility maintenance programs.
• Experience with packaging lines, conveyors, and automated systems.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-demand environment.

Why Join Us?

• Immediate opportunity with a growing and stable organization
• Access to consistent overtime to maximize earnings
• Work with modern production and packaging equipment
• Supportive culture focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Real opportunities for career growth and advancement

Work Environment & Schedule

• Located in a high-volume food production facility
• Initial day shift training, followed by transition to nights
• Typical schedules include:
  • 4:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 4:00 PM – 4:00 AM (Sun–Thu)
  • 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM or 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM (Mon–Fri)
• Regular 10–15 hours of overtime per week
• Exposure to industrial equipment, boilers, HVAC systems, and high-voltage machinery
• Strict adherence to safety and food handling standards, including PPE use

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plymouth, WA.