RME Jam Tech

Aerotek; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for an RME Jam Tech in Richmond, VA. This contract, onsite role involves supporting Reliability & Maintenance Engineering through hands-on tasks, clearing jams, and performing preventive maintenance with safe work practices.

The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing/walking up to 12 hours, and a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays. Join a team focused on keeping operations running smoothly in a warehouse setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Proficiency using standard hand tools.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for shifts up to 12 hours.
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely.
• Ability to bend, lift, stretch, and reach in all directions.
• Flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment to maintain uptime.
• Climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions.
• Utilize basic hand tools to complete tasks across different projects.
• Follow safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on equipment.
• Move up to 49 lbs and stand/walk during shifts up to 12 hours, with bending and reaching.

Skills

Hand tools

Lift up to 50 lbs

Stand/walk 12 hrs

Climb ladders

Bend, lift, reach

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Title: RME Jam Tech

Job Description

Join our Reliability & Maintenance Engineering 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 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, and perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma

• Proficiency in using standard hand tools.

• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 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.

Why Work Here?

Become a vital part of a team where your technical skills and innovative mindset drive meaningful change in a dynamic work environment. Enjoy a collaborative culture that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Work Environment

The role involves working in a warehouse setting, utilizing basic hand tools and engaging in physically demanding tasks such as lifting, standing, and climbing. The position requires flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA.

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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

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.