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Hiring for Repair Technician paying up to $25 per hour in Woodbridge Township, NJ

Job Description

The Repair Technician performs testing, troubleshooting, and repair of FAA-approved temperature-controlled cargo containers while supporting overall warehouse operations and material movement. This role ensures containers are clean, structurally sound, and free from defects that could impact performance, and maintains accurate documentation of all work performed in dedicated systems.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, and repair FAA-approved temperature-controlled containers to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Inspect containers and patch holes or other damage to maintain structural integrity and performance.
• Perform de-riveting and riveting on cargo containers using appropriate hand tools and equipment.
• Deliver containers in a clean condition, free from defects that could affect operation or performance.
• Manage warehouse activities, including material movement and basic inventory handling.
• Respond promptly to technical assistance requests from customers within the assigned area.
• Provide training and demonstrations of FAA-approved active container systems to customers in the area.
• Document all work performed using CATS and work order systems in a clear and accurate manner.
• Monitor stock levels of spare parts and report or replenish as needed to support continuous operations.
• Maintain the repair facility in a clean, safe, and operational condition, following applicable guidelines and best practices.

Why Work Here?

You will contribute to critical cold chain operations that support airlines, freight forwarders, and life sciences organizations, helping ensure sensitive products reach their destinations safely. The role offers hands-on, varied work with mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems, providing opportunities to deepen your technical skills. You will work in an environment that values safety, reliability, and quality workmanship, with the chance to build experience in a specialized and growing sector of the logistics and life sciences industries.

Work Environment

The role is based in a repair and warehouse facility that supports cold chain shipping solutions for airlines, freight forwarders, and life sciences companies. The facility is not environmentally controlled, so temperatures may vary depending on weather and season. Work involves regular use of hand tools, multimeters, and other repair equipment, as well as handling and moving cargo containers and spare parts within the warehouse. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and maintaining an operational workspace suitable for mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration repair activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rahway, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/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 Rahway,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.

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.