Maintenance Technician

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Maintenance Technician Job Description The Maintenance Technician provides comprehensive technical and mechanical support for all process equipment and building systems within an animal facility. This role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of equipment, performing general building maintenance, and ensuring safe, reliable operation of facility systems through both corrective and preventive maintenance activities. Responsibilities Provide technical and mechanical support for all process equipment and systems to ensure full operational support of the animal facility. Diagnose, repair, and service equipment and systems including, but not limited to, isolators, autoclaves, boilers, clean steam systems, incubators, HVAC systems, controlled temperature units, and related mechanical components. Perform pump seal repairs and rebuilds, as well as plumbing and piping work as needed. Execute scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance work orders and ensure accurate, timely documentation and closure of all work orders. Supervise and oversee outside contractors performing facility and equipment-related services to ensure quality and compliance with site requirements. Respond promptly to building and equipment/system alarms during normal business hours and, when required, during off hours. Assist with the development, review, and improvement of department procedures, documentation, and operating and maintenance practices. Perform a wide variety of general building maintenance and repair services, including minor and major repairs of buildings and non-network-related equipment. Install and replace light bulbs, doors, bulletin boards, cabinets, and similar fixtures as required. Paint interior and exterior walls and perform drywall work to maintain facility appearance and integrity. Assemble and repair furniture and other facility fixtures as needed. Perform preventive maintenance on building mechanical equipment, including inspecting belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and completing other scheduled tasks. Maintain accurate records of equipment repairs and preventive maintenance performed. Keep all work areas and mechanical rooms clean, safe, and well organized at all times. Create and maintain an organized inventory of parts and materials, and ensure proper accountability and care of tools. Perform maintenance and repair work on major appliances, boilers, autoclaves, plumbing systems, electrical systems, and general carpentry-related items. Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to urgent maintenance needs as required. Essential Skills Hands-on experience in general maintenance and repair of building systems and non-network-related equipment. Practical experience with HVAC systems, including troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance. Experience with electrical work, including basic troubleshooting and repair. Experience with plumbing and piping work, including installation, repair, and maintenance. Ability to diagnose, repair, and service equipment such as autoclaves, boilers, isolators, incubators, controlled temperature units, and major appliances. Experience with drywall installation, repair, and painting for both interior and exterior areas. Ability to read and work from blueprints and schematics when performing maintenance and repair tasks. Experience working with preventive maintenance programs and executing work orders. Mechanical aptitude with strong troubleshooting and repair skills. Ability to respond to and resolve building and equipment alarms in a timely and effective manner. Willingness and ability to participate in on-call duties to support facility needs outside of regular business hours. Additional Skills & Qualifications Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) or similar regulated environments. Experience maintaining and repairing boilers, clean steam systems, and controlled temperature units. Experience supervising or coordinating outside contractors performing maintenance or equipment services. Strong organizational skills for managing parts and material inventory and tool accountability. Ability to maintain clear, accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment history. Comfort working in a facility that houses animals and supports animal-related operations. Why Work Here? Employees benefit from comprehensive medical coverage, a generous allocation of 10 paid holidays per year, and access to a 401(k) plan to support long-term financial security. The organization demonstrates a strong commitment to professional growth by supporting ongoing development and learning opportunities for all team members, fostering a culture that values continuous improvement and long-term career progression. Work Environment This role is based in an animal facility that operates with specialized process equipment and building systems, including HVAC, boilers, autoclaves, clean steam systems, incubators, and controlled temperature units. The environment involves working in mechanical rooms, equipment spaces, and general facility areas where cleanliness, safety, and organization are critical. The position requires hands-on work with tools, parts, and building materials, including drywall, paint, plumbing components, and electrical fixtures. The schedule primarily follows normal business hours, with additional on-call responsibilities to address alarms and urgent maintenance needs outside of standard hours. Work may involve exposure to varying temperatures, noise from mechanical equipment, and routine interaction with animal facility operations Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockville, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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 Rockville,MD.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 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.

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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.

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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.