Mechanical Technician

Aerotek; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Mechanical Technician in Baltimore, MD to serve as a technical expert for mechanical systems on prototype platforms. This contract-to-hire role involves servicing, assembling, and maintaining mechanical systems to ensure reliability and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of hands-on experience with diesel engines and vehicles, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with clear documentation.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years hands-on experience in mechanical systems involving diesel engines.
• Experience with vehicles such as cars, trucks, buses, airplanes, boats, etc.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with technical documentation and reporting standards.
• Able to work in high-tempo environments with multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Service, assemble, and maintain mechanical systems on prototype platforms.
• Identify symptoms, determine issues, and document corrective actions for repeatability.
• Contribute to service and maintenance documentation for customer use.

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Technician

Job Description

Serve as a technical expert for mechanical systems on prototype platforms, ensuring operational efficiency and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform service, assembly, and maintenance on all mechanical systems, addressing issues promptly.
• Maintain a systematic approach to identifying symptoms, determining exact issues, and moving to correct these issues in a way that is able to be documented and repeated.
• Provide input to service and maintenance documentation following standard processes, contributing to accurate and effective materials for customer use.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical systems, working with diesel engines
• Experience working on any type of vehicle, including but not limited to cars, trucks, buses, airplanes, boats, etc.
• Proficiency in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing complex mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with technical documentation and reporting standards.
• Ability to perform in high-tempo environments, balancing multiple priorities efficiently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with customers and technical teams.
• A hands-on, problem-solving approach with the ability to adapt to dynamic operational environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with assembly, hand tools, power tools, marine engines, diesel engines, blueprints, soldering, production, mechanical assembly, and schematics.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a great company culture with opportunities for permanent placement. Benefit from pay increases upon permanent hire. Work in a very clean warehouse with optional overtime available during busy periods.

Work Environment

Work the first shift from 5am to 3:15pm, Monday through Thursday, in a modern facility that opened recently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.

Application Deadline

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

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.