Industrial Maintenance Technician

Company: Aerotek
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: January 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance tasks on bakery equipment, including automated packaging equipment and ovens. This role involves scheduled maintenance on plant equipment and timely responses to equipment stoppages or mechanical breakdowns. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot issues, repair and replace worn or defective parts, and operate shop equipment to make required parts. They are bringing in new robotic equipment and looking for someone to have knowledge there. Maintaining an inventory of spare parts and tools is also essential. The position requires serving on the Safety Team and adhering to GMPs and food safety practices. Responsibilities Perform preventive maintenance tasks on bakery equipment. Conduct scheduled maintenance on plant equipment. Respond to and resolve equipment stoppages and mechanical breakdowns promptly. Troubleshoot and repair worn or defective parts, motors, and control devices. Operate shop equipment and fabricate necessary parts. Maintain an inventory of spare parts and tools. Serve on the Safety Team and follow GMPs and food safety practices. Work various days, hours, and shifts, including night or weekend 'on call' rotations. Essential Skills 5 years of experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance. Good understanding of food handling. Ability to work independently and as a team player. Capability to make judgment calls in the absence of the Operations Manager. Proficiency in working with gearboxes, blueprints, and schematics. Additional Skills & Qualifications Military background is preferred. Two-year degree from college or technical school, or equivalent combination of 3 to 5 years of related experience in manufacturing. Willingness to learn unique food and beverage machinery. Why Work Here? Join a growing company that is expanding into a larger facility, offering opportunities to work with new conveyors, machines, and ovens. Be part of a dynamic environment with different manufacturing departments where independence and initiative are valued. Work Environment Work in an industrial food and beverage plant. The first shift runs from Monday to Thursday, 4:30 AM to 1:00 PM, and Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Dress code and safety procedures must be followed at all times. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of East Hartford, CT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55120.00 - $55120.00/yr. Medical, Dental, Vision Growth potential Promotion potential Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in East Hartford,CT. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026. 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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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