Package Jam Technician

Aerotek; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Johnston, RI seeks a Seasonal General Production - Jam Clearing Technician. You will clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment, climb ladders to access elevated gear, and use basic hand tools to resolve issues.

This role supports operational uptime across multiple projects. The position requires lifting up to 49 lbs, standing or walking up to 12 hours, and working a flexible schedule including weekends and night shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with standard hand tools.
• Ability to lift up to 49 lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk for up to 12 hours.
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely.
• Flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment to maintain uptime.
• Climb ladders and gangways to access elevated equipment and resolve jams.
• Use basic hand tools to complete tasks across projects.
• Follow safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Move up to 49 lbs and stand/walk for shifts up to 12 hours.

Skills

High school diploma

Hand tools

Lift 49 lbs

Stand/walk 12 hours

Climb ladders/gangways

Flexible schedule (weekends nights)

Safety-minded

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Seasonal General Production- Jam Clearing Technician

Pay: $23/hr

Location: 2120 Hartford Ave, Johnston, RI 02919

Shift: Must be open to any shift scenario, Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday | 6a-6p OR 6p-6a timeframe | 4x 10s, OR 3x 12s + 1x 6hr shift

Job Description

Join our Team and make a meaningful impact by supporting critical project initiatives through your hands-on technical skills and adaptable work approach. You'll be an essential contributor who helps transform operational challenges into streamlined solutions, utilizing your practical skills and collaborative mindset to drive project success across multiple work environments.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment (MHE) to maintain system uptime and operational flow.
• Climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions.
• Utilize basic hand tools to complete assigned tasks across different operational projects.
• Follow safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on a variety of equipment.
• Move up to 49 lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely, as well as perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent educational
• Proficiency in using standard hand tools.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 49 lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk for shifts up to 12 hours.
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely.
• Ability to perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in production, material handling, and materials handling.

Why Work Here?

Be part of a dynamic team that values innovative solutions and collaborative work. We offer a supportive environment where your contributions lead to project success and operational excellence. Enjoy a role that challenges you and provides the opportunity to grow your technical skills.

Work Environment

The work environment involves hands-on tasks in varied operational settings, requiring physical activities such as climbing ladders and lifting equipment. You will work flexible schedules, including weekends, nights, and holidays, ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of essential equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Johnston, RI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Johnston, RI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Johnston,RI.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.