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Entry Level Technician - Otay Mesa - Start ASAP @ Aerotek

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Entry Level Technician

Otay Mesa, CA | Immediate Openings | Start Working ASAP

💲 $23.00/hour Multiple Shifts Available 📅 Temporary Assignment Through Early January

Available Schedules

Front Half Schedule (Wednesday - Saturday)

  • 4:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • 1:00 PM - 11:30 PM
  • 10:00 PM - 8:30 AM

Back Half Schedule (Sunday - Wednesday)

  • 4:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • 1:00 PM - 11:30 PM
  • 10:00 PM - 8:30 AM

What You'll Do

  • Respond to and clear conveyor and material handling equipment jams to minimize downtime.
  • Support maintenance teams with basic preventive maintenance activities.
  • Use hand tools to perform equipment support tasks and small mechanical projects.
  • Inspect equipment and identify potential issues before they impact production.
  • Assist with material movement, machine operations, and project-based assignments.
  • Work safely around automated conveyor systems, production equipment, and machinery.
  • Communicate equipment concerns and operational updates with maintenance and leadership teams.
  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Support overall facility performance through teamwork and a strong safety mindset.

What We're Looking For

6+ months of recent experience in one or more of the following:

  • Manufacturing
  • Production
  • Distribution
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Construction
  • Industrial Maintenance
  • Skilled Trades
  • Mechanical Assembly

Comfortable using basic hand tools Able to lift up to 49 lbs. as needed Comfortable standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders, and working in an active industrial environment Able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, or alternative shifts when required Strong reliability, attendance, and commitment to workplace safety

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working around conveyor systems or material handling equipment.
  • Previous warehouse, production, manufacturing, or machine operation experience.
  • Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
  • Forklift or equipment operation experience is a plus.
  • Experience supporting maintenance, packaging, or automated production operations.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive pay at $23/hour
  • Immediate hiring and fast onboarding process
  • Gain experience with large-scale automated conveyor and material handling systems
  • Build valuable maintenance and industrial operations experience
  • Work alongside experienced maintenance and engineering professionals
  • Opportunity to develop skills transferable to manufacturing, logistics, maintenance, and automation careers
  • Safety-focused team environment with strong support and training

Work Environment

This position operates within a fast-paced industrial facility featuring conveyor systems, automated material handling equipment, and production machinery. Team members should be comfortable working on their feet, climbing ladders, using hand tools, and performing physical tasks throughout a 10-hour shift while maintaining a strong commitment to safety.

Apply Today

We are actively hiring and scheduling interviews immediately. If you have recent industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, construction, or production experience and are ready to get started, apply now to be considered. Pay: $23.00/hour | Multiple Shifts Available | Immediate Openings | Otay Mesa, CA

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

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.

Skills

conveyor system maintenancematerial handling equipment maintenancepreventive maintenancehand tool operationmechanical troubleshootingproduction equipment operationwarehouse operationssafety complianceforklift operationmachine operationteamworkfacility supportproject support

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