Maintenance Technician

Matern Staffing, Inc.; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Health Savings Account

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

A staffing solutions company in Stafford, Virginia, is looking for a Maintenance Technician to perform repairs and maintenance in a food manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in mechanical and electrical trades, knowledge of HVAC systems, and excellent communication skills. This position is full-time and includes a rotating on-call schedule and physically demanding tasks.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical and electrical trades.
• Previous experience in food manufacturing systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs and preventive maintenance for food processing equipment.
• Adhere to OSHA regulations and food safety policies.
• Monitor electrical systems and respond to emergency maintenance calls.

Skills

3-5 years of experience in mechanical and electrical trades

Working knowledge of HVAC and Refrigeration

Excellent communication skills

Good computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA systems

Microsoft software

Job description

Position: Maintenance Technician (Food Manufacturing Facility)

Location: Stafford, Virginia.

Base pay range: $25.00/hr - $30.00/hr.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation: 5 days after six months, 10 days from 1–4 years, 15 days after 5 years.
• Sick Leave and Holiday Pay.
• Health Savings Account.
• 401(k) with 10% employer matching after one year.

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs, modifications, and preventive maintenance for food processing equipment, packaging lines, conveyors, slicers, boilers, compressors, HVAC and glycol systems on docks, production floors, freezers, and coolers.
• Adhere to OSHA regulations, food safety policies, work practices, and lockout/tagout procedures in all work assignments.
• Monitor electrical systems, fire alarm, and fire suppression systems.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls for all areas of the facility.
• Troubleshoot equipment and systems to determine repair and replacement requirements (e.g., air handlers, cooling towers, compressors, electrical switchgear, MCCs, pumps, lighting, and building automated control systems).
• Test boiler pH and conductivity.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and NETA (International Electrical Testing Association).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• 3–5 years of experience in mechanical and electrical trades.
• Previous experience in food manufacturing systems, hydraulics, PLC controls, conveyor systems, and pneumatics.
• Working knowledge of HVAC and Refrigeration (freezers/coolers).
• Familiarity with SCADA systems.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, P&ID, and architectural drawings.
• Availability to work weekends and off hours as required.
• Excellent communication skills for relaying important machine and process information.
• Good computer skills for using Microsoft software and maintenance management systems.

Additional Information

The role includes a rotating on‑call schedule with other departmental team members.

Physically demanding position requiring work in hot to cold environments and prolonged standing (including from elevated areas).

Company Information

Matern Staffing, Inc. has been providing staffing solutions for over 55 years in Virginia, Maryland, and beyond. This opportunity is a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) certified organization and a committed Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing