Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob Description

The Maintenance Technician will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of machinery. This position requires mechanical expertise in hydraulics and pneumatics, as well as electrical experience working with 480V. While PLC experience is beneficial, it is not mandatory. The role involves troubleshooting equipment such as conveyors, cutting equipment, pumps, and packaging machines, along with performing specific preventative maintenance tasks.

ResponsibilitiesEnsure all machinery is operational and well-maintained.Diagnose and repair mechanical issues related to hydraulics and pneumatics.Handle electrical tasks involving 480V systems.Troubleshoot various equipment including conveyors, cutting equipment, pumps, and packaging machines.Conduct specific preventive maintenance work as required.Essential SkillsExperience in hydraulics and pneumatics.Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining conveyor systems and packaging machines.Familiarity with 3 phase motors and preventive maintenance practices.Additional Skills & Qualifications2+ years of maintenance experience.Understanding of GMP guidelines.Mechanical aptitude and a problem-solving mindset.Experience with GMP environments is preferred.Why Work Here?

Enjoy a healthy work schedule with 50-58 hours weekly, opportunities for promotion to roles such as Area Manager or Department Supervisor, and additional perks including a $30 weekly allowance for food/snacks, 24/7 access to free drinks and salads, and uniforms after 90 days. Work in a stable industry with no layoffs.

Work Environment

The position offers two day shift openings from Monday to Friday, 6 AM to 3:30 PM, with the requirement to work every other weekend. The environment is consistently at 36 degrees year-round, as it involves cutting, cleaning, and packaging produce in an FDA-regulated facility. Candidates with experience in similar environments are preferred.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Smyrna, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Smyrna,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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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.

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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.

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