Maintenance Helper

Jobtailor; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician to support cleaning, basic repairs, and preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems. You will assist the Maintenance Manager, learn electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic tasks, and help keep tools and areas organized in a safe work environment.

From day one you will follow PM schedules, use hand and power tools, and report issues promptly.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in maintenance or industrial trades.
• Basic familiarity with hand tools and power tools; training provided.
• Willingness to learn manufacturing equipment and preventive maintenance practices.
• Strong attention to safety and detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning and housekeeping of maintenance areas, production floors, and facility spaces.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager with basic maintenance activities and simple repairs.
• Support routine preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems under supervision.
• Clean, lubricate, and inspect machinery and equipment according to PM schedules and instructions.
• Assist with basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic maintenance tasks as trained.
• Replace light bulbs, belts, filters, hoses, and other basic components as directed.
• Assist with setup, teardown, or movement of equipment and machinery.
• Identify and report equipment issues, unsafe conditions, or maintenance needs.
• Organize and maintain maintenance tools, parts, and supplies.
• Assist with minor facility repairs, including doors, floors, walls, painting, and grounds upkeep.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow safety rules including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and PPE requirements.
• Comply with company policies, quality standards, and safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to Detail

Follow Instructions

Willingness to Learn

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic Mechanical Maintenance

Basic Electrical Maintenance

Pneumatic Maintenance

Hydraulic Maintenance

Use of Hand Tools

Use of Power Tools

Preventive Maintenance Practices

Minor Facility Repairs

Job description

• Perform general cleaning and housekeeping of maintenance areas, production floors, and facility spaces


• Assist the Maintenance Manager with basic maintenance activities and simple repairs


• Support routine preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems under supervision


• Clean, lubricate, and inspect machinery and equipment according to PM schedules and instructions


• Assist with basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic maintenance tasks as trained


• Replace light bulbs, belts, filters, hoses, and other basic components as directed


• Assist with setup, teardown, or movement of equipment and machinery


• Identify and report equipment issues, unsafe conditions, or maintenance needs


• Organize and maintain maintenance tools, parts, and supplies


• Assist with minor facility repairs, including doors, floors, walls, painting, and grounds upkeep


• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area


• Follow safety rules including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and PPE requirements


• Comply with company policies, quality standards, and safety procedures


• Perform other related duties as assigned or required

Requirements

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions


• Mechanical aptitude and interest in maintenance or industrial trades


• Basic familiarity with hand tools and power tools; training provided


• Willingness to learn manufacturing equipment and preventive maintenance practices


• Strong attention to safety and detail


• High school diploma or equivalent


• Must be a United States citizen, permanent resident alien of the United States, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) and 22 CFR 120.15


• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the plant for 8+ hours per day


• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.


• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces


• Ability to reach above shoulder height and/or below the waist


• Ability to work in manufacturing environments requiring PPE


• Ability to tolerate noise, dust, heat, cold, vibration, and odors typical of industrial operations


• Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity

Core Competencies

Demonstrates mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn preventive maintenance practices while ensuring a clean and safe work environment. Capable of performing basic maintenance tasks and following safety protocols in a manufacturing setting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Mechanical Aptitude


• Preventive Maintenance


• Basic Electrical Maintenance


• Safety Compliance


• Ability to Lift 50 lbs

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Basic Mechanical Maintenance


• Basic Electrical Maintenance


• Pneumatic Maintenance


• Hydraulic Maintenance


• Preventive Maintenance Practices


• Use of Hand Tools


• Use of Power Tools


• Minor Facility Repairs


• Cleaning and Housekeeping


• Inspection of Machinery

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail


• Ability to Follow Instructions


• Willingness to Learn

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing Environment


• Lockout/Tagout


• PPE Requirements


• Quality Standards


• Safety Procedures