**Job Title: Maintenance Technician** **Job Description** We are actively seeking industrial maintenance candidates responsible for performing breakdown and preventative maintenance on production and supporting equipment within a large dairy production facility. **Responsibilities** + Carry out tasks issued by maintenance shift supervisor. + Troubleshoot support system problems using basic problem-solving skills. + Perform preventative maintenance tasks on equipment assigned to you. + Complete all standard work orders and preventative maintenance tasks assigned. Submit all completed paperwork. + Record information in required logbooks for systems history and continuous improvement. + Record any parts/components used for repairs to ensure replenishment of On-Hand balances are maintained, and properly dispose of used parts/components. + Ensure quality standards set by the company are adhered to after PM’s and/or repairs are made to equipment. + Perform machine repairs based upon a maintenance call or an assignment in a timely fashion. + Maintain cleanliness of the areas you are working in; properly dispose of the parts/components you have replaced. + Promote a safe and harmonious work environment with adherence to company policy, procedures, safety, and health regulations. + Maintain compliance with S.Q.F. Certification. **Essential Skills** + Industrial maintenance + Mechanical + Electrical + Troubleshooting + Maintenance technician + Hydraulics + Pneumatics + Repair + Preventive maintenance + Welding + 3 phase + Ammonia refrigeration + Machining + Dairy + PLC troubleshooting **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Minimum of a GED or High School Diploma + Must be a minimum of 18 years of age + Technical training or electrical/mechanical technician degree, or verifiable comparable experience + Food manufacturing background is a plus + Must be able to operate forklifts and pallet jacks (electric/manual) + Experience with programmable logic controller, instruments and controls is preferred + Minimum of 2-3 years of experience within the mechanical field; working with boilers, ammonia refrigeration, air compressors, air handling units and HVAC is a plus **Why Work Here?** We offer a dynamic work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and expanded. You will have opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth while contributing to a team dedicated to maintaining high-quality standards. Our company promotes a safe and harmonious work environment, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and safety regulations. Join us to be a part of a collaborative and supportive work culture. **Work Environment** The work environment is a large dairy production facility where you will be responsible for maintaining production and supporting equipment. You will be expected to adhere to safety and health regulations, maintain compliance with S.Q.F. Certification, and ensure the cleanliness of your work areas. The role requires the operation of forklifts and pallet jacks (electric/manual), and familiarity with various mechanical systems including boilers, ammonia refrigeration, air compressors, air handling units, and HVAC. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Syracuse, New York. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00 • 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 Syracuse,NY. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Jan 14, 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.