Maintenance Technician

Location: Sacramento

Pay: $30-$39

Shift: 1st / 2nd

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the reliable and safe operation of equipment and facilities at our chemical manufacturing and distribution facility in Sacramento, CA. The role involves performing preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues, and maintaining a safe work environment in alignment with operational goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

Complete projects assigned by the maintenance supervisor.Successfully maintain plant assets and mechanical systems, minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment utilization and equipment life.Adapt quickly to changing directions and own work processes to meet deadlines.Collaborate effectively in a team environment.Work safely with strict adherence to established company policies, safety protocols, OSHA requirements, and industry safety practices.Demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to follow detailed instructions both verbally and in writing.Understand, interpret, and follow technical construction and mechanical drawings and plans.Safely use hand tools and other chemical plant machinery, such as JLG and forklifts.Work safely in a variety of climates, including hot/cold and dry/humid environments.

Essential Skills

5+ years’ experience with a high level of competency in a general maintenance environment.Experience in mechanics, including boilers, water treatment systems, heat exchangers, cooling towers.Knowledge in rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors, and diaphragm systems.Competency in piping fitting (Steel, PVC) and welding.Electrical skills, including PLC, HMI, instrumentation, and general control systems.Knowledge and competence of basic computer functions (Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Prior experience in a chemical or petro-chemical manufacturing environment preferred but not required.Ability to understand, interpret, and follow technical construction and mechanical drawings.Proficiency in writing and understanding the English language.U.S. citizen or permanent resident status.

Why Work Here?

Join a company with a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Benefit from a significant profit-sharing/retirement plan that is 100% employer-paid. Enjoy excellent career opportunities with a growing company in a great work environment where your contributions are recognized and you can reach your full potential.

Work Enironment

This role is based in a manufacturing environment within a chemical facility. Employees are expected to adhere to safety protocols and work in various climate conditions. Technologies and equipment used include hand tools, JLG, forklifts, and various plant machinery. Work hours and shifts may vary, and safety attire is required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Sacramento,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 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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