Maintenance Helper

Job Title: Maintenance Helper

Job Description

We are seeking a dependable Maintenance Helper to support the maintenance team with general facility upkeep and repair activities in a busy distribution center. You will assist with maintenance projects, perform basic repairs, support facility clean-up, move materials, help install equipment such as TV monitors and other fixtures, and contribute to maintaining a safe and organized work environment. This role is ideal for someone who is mechanically inclined, comfortable using basic hand and power tools, and eager to learn maintenance procedures in a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the maintenance team with general facility maintenance tasks in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Support maintenance projects by preparing materials, tools, and work areas as directed.
• Perform basic repairs under supervision, including minor mechanical and electrical tasks where appropriate.
• Carry out facility clean-up activities to keep work areas safe, organized, and free of debris.
• Move, stage, and organize materials, tools, and equipment throughout the distribution center.
• Help install equipment such as TV monitors and other fixtures, following safety and installation guidelines.
• Use hand and power tools safely and correctly for maintenance and repair activities.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment for yourself and others.
• Communicate effectively with maintenance team members to coordinate tasks and report issues.
• Demonstrate reliability by arriving on time, completing assigned tasks, and supporting team goals.
• Assist with general facility upkeep, including minor adjustments, inspections, and routine maintenance tasks as directed.

Essential Skills

• Basic maintenance, construction, or general labor experience preferred.
• Ability to use hand tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to use power tools safely and effectively.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong willingness to learn new maintenance procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work on a regular basis.
• Experience with facility clean-up and performing basic repairs.
• Ability to assist with installation of TV monitors and other equipment.
• Reliable, safety-focused, and team-oriented work approach.
• Comfort working in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in facilities maintenance is a plus.
• Experience in construction or general labor in an industrial or manufacturing setting is beneficial.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical concepts is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail when following safety procedures and maintenance instructions.
• Good communication skills to work effectively within a maintenance team.
• Positive attitude toward continuous learning and skill development.

Why Work Here?

Join a supportive team environment where safety, reliability, and collaboration are valued every day. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow your maintenance skills in a fast-paced distribution center, working with experienced professionals who are committed to training and development. The consistent weekday schedule supports work-life balance, while the hands-on nature of the role offers variety and the satisfaction of contributing directly to a well-run facility.

Work Environment

This position is based in a distribution center operating in an industrial or manufacturing environment. The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 4:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., offering consistent daytime hours. Work is hands-on and physically active, involving regular use of hand and power tools, lifting up to 50 lbs, moving materials, and working around equipment and fixtures. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and teamwork, with an expectation that employees maintain clean and orderly work areas and follow all safety guidelines.

This is a Contract position based out of Bessemer, AL.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 Bessemer,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.