Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift - $28-35/hr

Aerotek; Santee (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO/Vacation/Sick Leave

Job summary

Aerotek in Santee, CA is seeking a Maintenance Technician for first shift to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on blending equipment, packaging lines, and building systems. The role supports reliability, minimizes downtime, and ensures safe plant operations.

You'll diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, read schematics and manuals, and work in a hands-on environment with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in reading schematics and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on blending equipment, packaging lines, and general building systems.
• Ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime to support safe and efficient plant operations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Read and interpret schematics and technical manuals for accurate maintenance processes.

Skills

Maintenance techniques

Machinery operations

Mechanical repair

Hydraulic repair

Pneumatic repair

Preventive maintenance

Industrial maintenance

Job description

Urgently Hiring - Maintenance Technician

$28-35/hr - Santee, CA - 1st shift

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on blending equipment, packaging lines, and general building systems. This role ensures equipment reliability, minimizes downtime, and supports safe and efficient plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on blending equipment, packaging lines, and general building systems.
• Ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime to support safe and efficient plant operations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Read and interpret schematics and technical manuals for accurate maintenance processes.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in maintenance techniques and machinery operations.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repair skills.
• Ability to conduct preventive maintenance effectively.
• 2–5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in reading schematics and technical manuals.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values innovation and efficiency, and offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive work environment.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic manufacturing environment utilizing advanced technologies and tools. Expect a hands‑on role with a focus on safety and efficiency within standard operational hours.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Santee,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 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.

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.