Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Maintenance Technician/Engineer $28/hr, 1st shift

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Job Description

The Maintenance Engineer will support a 4–5 month installation project at a large data center site, focusing on the assembly and handling of industrial-sized hood kits. This role involves hands-on mechanical work, including use of power, hand, and pneumatic tools, as well as forklifts, to ensure that all components are safely and accurately assembled, inspected, and staged according to project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assemble industrial-sized hood kits according to specifications and project requirements.
• Load and unload parts and materials safely at the work site.
• Use power tools, hand tools, and pneumatic tools to complete mechanical assembly tasks.
• Operate forklifts to move large assembled kits and materials around the site.
• Perform quality inspections on assembled kits to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance with standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including regular site clean-up.
• Follow all instructions, procedures, and safety guidelines provided by the onsite leadership team.
• Work collaboratively within a small team to meet production goals and timelines.
• Adhere to OSHA and site-specific safety practices while using grinders, saws, and other equipment.
• Support continuous workflow under a tightly run operation, adapting to changing priorities and tasks as needed.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of experience using power tools in a mechanical, maintenance, construction, or assembly environment.
• At least 5 years of experience using hand tools for mechanical or assembly work.
• At least 5 years of experience performing high-level mechanical or assembly tasks.
• Experience using pneumatic tools in an industrial or construction setting.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts to move large and heavy assemblies.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and safe work practices.
• Proficiency in using grinders and saws for cutting, shaping, or finishing materials.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to read and follow instructions and assembly procedures.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, moving, and standing for extended periods.
• Reliability and willingness to follow direction in a structured, production-focused environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanics, maintenance, high-level assembly, construction, or other mechanical fields.
• Experience working on industrial or large-scale installation projects.
• Comfort working in an outdoor production environment under tents with variable weather conditions.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small team and communicate clearly with supervisors and teammates.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, accurate assemblies.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced, tightly managed operation with clear performance expectations.

Why Work Here?

This project offers the chance to gain high-level, hands-on experience that can be leveraged for future career opportunities, including exposure to how a modern data center site operates. Team members benefit from compensation that is significantly higher than many similar roles in the area, along with the opportunity to develop valuable mechanical and industrial installation skills in a structured, professional environment.

Work Environment

Work takes place outdoors under a production tent at a data center site, with fans and heaters provided to maintain a comfortable and workable environment in varying weather conditions. The role involves regular use of power tools, hand tools, pneumatic tools, grinders, saws, and forklifts, and requires adherence to OSHA and site safety standards. Employees work in two teams of three, under the supervision of onsite leadership, within a tightly run, production-focused operation that emphasizes safety, organization, and efficiency. Standard work attire should be appropriate for an outdoor industrial setting, including clothing and footwear suitable for physical labor and tool use.

This is a Contract position based out of Hilliard, OH.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Hilliard,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.

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.

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.