Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Join a small, skilled facilities team as a Facilities Maintenance Technician responsible for keeping a modern production facility safe, functional, and well maintained. You will focus on all aspects of the building infrastructure outside of production equipment, performing a wide range of maintenance, repair, and improvement tasks on a consistent first-shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair facility infrastructure, focusing on building systems and areas not related to production equipment.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair lighting systems, including fixtures, bulbs, and related electrical components.

• Install, repair, and replace electrical switches and related hardware in accordance with safety standards.

• Perform painting, patching, and drywall repair to maintain a clean and professional appearance throughout the facility.

• Install, adjust, and repair manual and automatic doors, including hardware, hinges, closers, and related components.

• Address minor HVAC issues such as filter changes, basic troubleshooting, and small repairs to support comfortable building conditions.

• Remove snow and ice from doorways and entry areas to maintain safe access to the facility.

• Assemble, install, and relocate office furniture and fixtures as needed to support facility layout and office needs.

• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to diagnose issues and plan maintenance or repair activities.

• Perform general mechanical troubleshooting on facility-related systems and structures.

• Collaborate closely with a second team member and other departments to prioritize and complete maintenance requests.

• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections to ensure accurate records and effective follow-up.

• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance facility reliability, safety, and appearance.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in facility maintenance with responsibility for building infrastructure and systems.

• Hands-on electrical troubleshooting skills for facility-related electrical systems such as lighting and switches.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to diagnose and repair a variety of building-related issues.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics for mechanical and electrical systems.

• Experience maintaining and repairing doors, including manual and automatic door systems.

• Basic HVAC knowledge to address minor issues and perform simple maintenance tasks.

• Proficiency with general maintenance tasks such as painting, drywall repair, and light carpentry.

• Ability to perform troubleshooting in a structured, safe, and efficient manner.

• Comfort working in colder temperature environments within the facility.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through on maintenance tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a food production or manufacturing facility environment is beneficial.

• Familiarity with facility maintenance best practices and preventive maintenance programs.

• Ability to assemble and install office furniture and related fixtures.

• Comfort working as part of a small, collaborative maintenance team.

• Flexibility to adapt to changing maintenance priorities and facility needs.

Why Work Here?

You will join an award-winning organization recognized multiple times as one of the Best and Brightest companies to work for in West Michigan. The facility offers a clean, organized, and modern environment with new equipment and a strong emphasis on safety and quality. You will benefit from a consistent four-day workweek on first shift, providing work-life balance and predictable hours, while contributing to a company that is a national leader in its industry.

Work Environment

This role operates on a first-shift schedule, Monday through Thursday, working four 10-hour days with a flexible start time around 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. The facility is located in an older building that has been maintained to a high standard, with a very clean, organized environment and new equipment. The work takes place in colder temperatures throughout much of the building, reflecting the nature of the production operations. You will work closely with a small facilities team and interact with other departments as needed to support facility needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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 Grand Rapids,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.