Maintenance Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Maintenance Helper

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Helper to support our production team by ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our equipment. The successful candidate will assist in both emergency repairs and routine maintenance, contributing to the smooth operation of our facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for emergency or unplanned repairs of production equipment and auxiliary systems.
• Troubleshoot basic to complex mechanical and electrical issues, identifying root causes and recommending solutions to improve reliability.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance on production and support equipment, making recommendations for improvement.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and schematic prints (electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical) to perform required maintenance and service.
• Assist or support contractors on major installation or retrofit projects.
• Perform basic repairs and maintenance on Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electrical Equipment.
• Check equipment for leaks, belt wear, bearing issues, and functionality of heaters and thermal couplers.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness by removing dust, oil, grease, and dirt, and replace conveyance filters.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist the maintenance manager in the upkeep of plastic extrusion machines, cleaning / replacing filters, feeding resin beads, clearing excess resin build-up, and managing resin film recycling.
• Maintain cleanliness around machines.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

This role offers an excellent opportunity for growth and skill development. As a Maintenance Helper, you will gain valuable hands-on experience, preparing you to advance to a Maintenance Technician role upon completion of all training. Enjoy a supportive work environment and the chance to work with a dedicated team.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean warehouse equipped with three plastic extrusion machines operating 24 / 7. The facility has a headcount of about 15, with 8 staff members in the office. The maintenance team ensures a tidy and organized workspace, adhering to high standards of safety and efficiency.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $28.00 / 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 :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hayward,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 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.

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.