Service Technician

Aerotek; White Marsh (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Mechanical Service Technician for on-site service across automotive shops and facilities, with hands-on electrical and mechanical work. The role emphasizes customer interaction, safety, and precise documentation.

Based in White Marsh, MD, this Contract to Hire position offers pay per hour and ongoing opportunities to work with diverse equipment. Regular travel to customer locations is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 24 years of related mechanical service experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled repairs and preventive maintenance on automotive shop equipment.
• Complete tasks efficiently according to work orders and standards.
• Maintain clean, safe shop service area.
• Travel to customer sites; document hours with GPS-based system.
• Interact professionally with customers on-site and over the phone.
• Log parts requests and complete paperwork on time.
• Interpret schematics for installations and repairs.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Read blueprints & schematics

Tool use: hand & power tools

Time tracking & paperwork

Customer interaction

Travel to customer sites

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring instruments

Multi-meters

Ladders & scaffolding

GPS time-tracking app

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Service Technician

Job Description

The Service Technician maintains, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs a wide range of automotive shop equipment, including automotive lifts, air compressors, exhaust removal systems, air piping, wheel service equipment, lubrication systems, and related systems. This role combines hands-on mechanical work with customer interaction, ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently while delivering professional, on-site service.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled repairs and preventive maintenance on customer-owned automotive shop equipment such as lifts, air compressors, exhaust removal systems, air piping, wheel service equipment, and lubrication systems.
• Complete assigned daily tasks efficiently and in accordance with work orders and company standards.
• Keep the shop service area clean, organized, and safe for ongoing work.
• Ensure customer worksites are left neat, orderly, and professional after each job.
• Use provided tools and equipment responsibly, following all safety guidelines and best practices.
• Supply and maintain your own basic mechanic hand tools required to perform daily tasks.
• Submit accurate written parts requests to the appropriate team members based on job and work order requirements.
• Log working hours accurately using a company-provided cell phone and a mandatory GPS-enabled time-tracking application.
• Greet customers cheerfully and professionally in person and over the phone.
• Address customer inquiries about equipment, repairs, and maintenance in a clear and helpful manner.
• Report potential customer issues, concerns, or complaints to management promptly and constructively.
• Provide customers with guidance on proper equipment operation and basic maintenance practices.
• Share technical expertise and practical knowledge with coworkers to support team performance and development.
• Complete all paperwork legibly, thoroughly, and on time, including work orders, service reports, and related documentation.
• Maintain positive, cooperative working relationships with coworkers and management.
• Plan efficient travel routes to job sites and navigate independently or as part of a team to various customer locations.
• Interpret and work from schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation as needed for installations and repairs.
• Install, service, and adjust mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and construction-related components associated with automotive shop equipment.
• Perform field service work, including on-site troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs at customer facilities.
• Apply mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement effective solutions.

Essential Skills

• 24 years of related experience and/or training in mechanical service, repair, or field service work.
• High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent education.
• Valid drivers license in good standing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents.
• Hands-on experience with installation, service, and repair of mechanical systems, including hydraulics and related components.
• Proficiency in the safe and skilled use of hand tools such as mechanic, carpentry, and painting tools.
• Proficiency in the safe and skilled use of power tools, including battery-operated, electric, and pneumatic tools.
• Ability to use measuring and testing instruments such as tape measures, levels, and multi-meters.
• Comfort and competence using ladders and scaffolding, including step, extension, and rolling ladders.
• Experience operating small engine equipment such as concrete saws and air compressors.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and field service tasks independently and reliably.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to follow instructions, complete paperwork accurately, and adhere to time-tracking requirements.
• Professional communication skills for interacting with customers and coworkers in person and over the phone.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with automotive shop equipment such as lifts, air compressors, exhaust removal systems, wheel service equipment, and lubrication systems.
• Experience in construction, installation, or related trades involving mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with reading and working from construction drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Experience in field service roles that require travel to multiple customer locations.
• Ability to share technical knowledge and mentor coworkers when needed.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain a clean work area and manage tools and parts effectively.
• Comfort using mobile devices and GPS-enabled applications for time tracking and job documentation.
• Customer service mindset with the ability to address questions, explain repairs, and build positive relationships.

Why Work Here?

You will have the opportunity to learn and grow within a skilled trade, gaining specialized knowledge of automotive shop equipment through hands-on, on-the-job training. The organization supports continuous development by exposing you to diverse equipment, technologies, and work environments, helping you build a long-term, practical career in mechanical and field service work.

Work Environment

This role primarily involves working on-site at automotive dealerships, government facilities, and various auto shops. You will spend much of your time in active service bays and shop environments, performing hands‑on mechanical and electrical work on equipment. The position requires regular travel to different customer locations, use of a company-provided cell phone with a GPS-enabled time‑tracking app, and frequent use of hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, ladders, scaffolding, and small engine equipment. The work setting is practical and field-oriented, with an emphasis on safety, professionalism, and maintaining clean, orderly work areas at both the shop and customer sites.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 & 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 to Hire position based out of White Marsh, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in White Marsh,MD.

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.