Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to ensure the reliable operation and maintenance of our plant's manufacturing systems and physical property. This role is vital to our business, accelerating value through preventive maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and small physical repairs. Join us to make a significant impact by improving processing times and reducing downtimes.

ResponsibilitiesConduct preventive maintenance on production equipment.Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning equipment.Operate processing machinery to minimize downtime.Apply advanced understanding of blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.Maintain and operate water plant equipment such as ice makers, compressors, heat exchangers, and refrigeration systems.Ensure manufacturing equipment is functional and supplies are ready.Manage ordering and inventory control of repair parts.Test production quality by inspecting ice for clarity, cube size, and hole space.Lead and participate in value stream mapping activities.Utilize lean tools to facilitate continuous process improvements.Essential SkillsAbility to read and interpret documents in English.6-8 years of work experience in industrial maintenance operations.Maintenance Certification from a recognized certifying authority.Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in an unfatigued state.Capability to cope with sudden changes and emergency situations.Additional Skills & QualificationsCompletion of two of the following certifications: PLC Certification, Journeyman Certification, Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator, Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician.High School diploma or GED.Experience with electrical troubleshooting, hydraulics, and pneumatics.Basic understanding of water plant operations and maintenance.Why Work Here?

Join a company that values continuous improvement and servant leadership. We respect our employees and encourage no-nonsense communication while utilizing facts. Our culture emphasizes the voice of the customer and respect for the individual, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Work Environment

Work in an industrial environment with exposure to extreme temperature fluctuations, electrical hazards, and heavy moving equipment. This role requires working nights and weekends with occasional travel. The shift is from 7am to 4pm, and you must be able to lift a minimum of 45lbs. The environment is fast-paced and rapidly changing, requiring an eye for detail and strong organizational skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Upper Marlboro, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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 Upper Marlboro,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 11, 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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