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Aerotek Production Maintenance Technician in Pasco, Washington
Job Title: Production Maintenance Technician
Job Description
The Production Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in supporting plant operations by maintaining, repairing, and improving industrial equipment and facility systems. This position partners closely with the Director of Operations to ensure machinery reliability, minimize downtime, and maintain a safe, efficient production environment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with strong mechanical and fabrication skills who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Responsibilities
Maintain and repair industrial equipment and facility systems.
Collaborate with the Director of Operations to ensure machinery reliability and minimize downtime.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, motors, boilers, gearboxes, plumbing, and conveyor systems.
Conduct welding and facility maintenance as necessary.
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and motor control issues.
Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards, including lockout/tagout and confined space procedures.
Assist with after-hours or emergency maintenance as needed.
Essential Skills
Experience with conveyance systems, including belts and rollers.
Familiarity with food processing or agricultural production environments.
Working knowledge of PLC systems for diagnostics and basic troubleshooting.
Understanding of preventive maintenance programs and CMMS systems.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and mechanical drawings.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience maintaining equipment in washdown or wet environments.
Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, lockout/tagout, and confined space procedures.
Experience or certification in operating forklifts, scissor lifts, or boom lifts.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with production, QA, and leadership teams.
Mechanical aptitude with a proactive mindset toward continuous improvement.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy 2 weeks of paid vacation and 100% employer-paid health insurance effective after 60 days. Benefit from sick leave accumulation of 1 hour per 40 hours worked and 401(k) eligibility after one year. Take advantage of product discounts and be part of a company that values a healthy work-life balance.
Work Environment
The production facility operates a shift from 7am-3:30pm, and during harvest, from 6am-4:30pm. You will lead the maintenance team and train a team member to assist with tasks. The role is demanding during the 10-month season, offering a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Pasco, WA.
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 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 Pasco,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 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.