Job Information
Aerotek Maintenance Technician II in Richmond, Virginia
Job Title: Maintenance Technician II
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Preventative Maintenance Technician to join our team at our industrial laundry facility. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment and possess a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems. This role is critical to ensuring the efficient operation of our equipment, reducing downtime, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Responsibilities
Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on industrial laundry equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance.
Operate and maintain support equipment such as forklifts and scissor lifts safely and efficiently.
Work with a variety of tools, including wrenches, sockets, and drills, to perform maintenance tasks.
Maintain and repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems, including pumps, bearings, chains, belts, and conveyors.
Essential Skills
Experience with hand and power tools.
Proficiency in preventative and corrective maintenance.
Ability to perform repairs on mechanical and electrical systems.
Experience with hydraulics and mechanical systems.
Knowledge of conveyor systems.
Proficiency in welding.
Ability to operate forklifts.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Why Work Here?
This is a rapidly growing company with plenty of room for growth. Employees receive yearly pay increases, including a bump at the one-year mark and a structured payment increase. The maintenance team is tight-knit and works well together. The company is family-owned and operated, providing a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Work Environment
This position is based in an industrial laundry facility that supports hospitals and outpatient facilities. The facility operates in two buildings: the 'blue building' supports facilities with an 8am-5pm schedule, while the 'white building' supports 24/7 hospital facilities. The initial shift will be Mon-Fri from 5:00pm to 1:30am, transitioning after approximately 3 months to either Sun-Wed from 12:30pm to 11:00pm or Wed-Sat from 12:30pm to 11:00pm. The work environment is fast-paced, requiring employees to be on their feet for 8-10 hours a day. Certain areas can be hot, especially around dryers, and the facility can be warm in summer and cold in winter. Employees must be comfortable working in varying temperature conditions.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, Virginia.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.93 - $25.93
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 6, 2025.
About Aerotek:
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.
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.