Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Partial disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Escondido, CA, to ensure safe, reliable operation of production equipment in a busy baking environment. The role covers diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulics, and gas-fired systems, with strong emphasis on safety and documentation.

Shift is 3rd, Sunday-Thursday, 9:00 pm–5:30 am, with training on the 2nd shift; this is a Contract to Hire role with a pay range of $35.00–$41.00/hr and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on maintenance in a food manufacturing environment
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Exposure to PLCs and automation troubleshooting
• Experience with refrigeration and HVAC systems

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate respect, commitment, and teamwork in all interactions.
• Follow PPE, LOTO and safety procedures to maintain a safe workplace.
• Report food safety and quality concerns per SQF standards.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance using CMMS work orders.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLCs and read electrical schematics and P&ID drawings.
• Disassemble/reassemble machinery with tools and hoists; replace defective parts.
• Perform basic welding and fabrication as needed.
• Support equipment setup and changeovers with production teams.
• Provide real-time troubleshooting during production runs.
• Maintain documentation in CMMS and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train and mentor team members as needed.

Skills

Maintenance experience

English communication

PLC troubleshooting

HVAC & refrigeration

CMMS proficiency

Electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics

Education

Trade school certification (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Production Mechanic plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of production and facility equipment. This position involves diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining various machinery and systems, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and gas-fired equipment, all while adhering to production requirements and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate respect, commitment, and teamwork in all company interactions.

• Maintain a safe work environment by following PPE, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and safety procedures.

• Report food safety, quality, and defense concerns in compliance with SQF standards.

• Execute daily maintenance activities to support production uptime and departmental goals.

• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs based on CMMS work orders.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLCs, including program initialization support.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&ID drawings, technical manuals, and vendor documentation.

• Disassemble and reassemble machinery using hand tools, power tools, hoists, and cranes.

• Repair or replace defective components and install upgraded parts.

• Conduct basic welding and fabrication as required.

• Maintain HVAC and refrigeration systems supporting production.

• Assist production teams and other functions with equipment setup and changeovers.

• Provide real-time troubleshooting during production runs.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives for equipment reliability and uptime.

• Train and mentor team members as needed.

• Maintain accurate documentation in CMMS systems.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a food manufacturing equipment environment.

• Strong English communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking); bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair systems including electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, steam, water, and wastewater systems.

• Experience with refrigeration and HVAC, processing and packaging equipment, and material handling systems.

• Proficiency in PLC and automation troubleshooting.

• Experience with equipment integration and controls systems.

• Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Trade school certification (preferred).

• Preventive maintenance .

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Physical ability to frequently stand, walk, reach, and use hands, and occasionally stoop, kneel, and crouch.

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Why Work Here?

Be part of a team that values respect, commitment, and teamwork. Work in a fast-paced environment where your contributions to safety and maintenance make a direct impact. We offer opportunities for continuous improvement and personal growth.

Work Environment

This role is based in a large baking manufacturing company where the environment is hot due to ovens running 24/7, with a pleasant smell of baked goods. The shift is 3rd, Sunday-Thursday, 9:00 pm-5:30 am, with training on the 2nd shift from 1:30 pm-10:00 pm. Be prepared for on-call duties across other shifts and overtime on weekends as needed.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $41.00/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)

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.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Escondido,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2026.

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.