Maintenance Helper

Aerotek; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Short/long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Helper for a fully onsite contract position in Chesapeake, VA. The role focuses on maintaining equipment efficiency, preventive maintenance, and safe handling across various projects.

The ideal candidate has general labor experience, at least 6 months in manufacturing, distribution, or construction, and familiarity with preventive maintenance. Physical requirements include lifting up to 49 lbs and shifts up to 12 hours, with weekend/night flexibility.

Qualifications

• General labor experience.
• At least 6 months of experience in manufacturing, distribution, or construction.
• Experience with preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment to maintain system uptime and operational flow.
• Climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions.
• Utilize basic hand tools to complete assigned tasks across different operational projects.
• Follow safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on a variety of equipment.
• Move up to 49 lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely, and perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

Skills

General labor

6 months experience

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Helper

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Helper to join our team. The role involves maintaining equipment efficiency and ensuring operational flow through preventive maintenance and equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment to maintain system uptime and operational flow.
• Climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions.
• Utilize basic hand tools to complete assigned tasks across different operational projects.
• Follow safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on a variety of equipment.
• Move up to 49 lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely, and perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

Essential Skills

• General labor experience.
• At least 6 months of experience in manufacturing, distribution, or construction.
• Experience with preventive maintenance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent educational background.
• Proficiency in using standard hand tools.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 49 lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk for shifts up to 12 hours.
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely.
• Ability to perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Flexibility to work a schedule that includes weekends and nights.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values safety and efficiency, providing opportunities to work on diverse projects in a dynamic environment. Benefit from a supportive workplace that encourages skill development and offers flexibility in scheduling.

Work Environment

This role involves working in an active environment that requires physical activity, including lifting, climbing, and reaching. The position demands a flexible schedule, including weekends and night shifts, ensuring operations run smoothly.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chesapeake, VA.

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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

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.