Maintenance Engineer, Kernersville, NC

Job Description

This role leads the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all building systems and equipment within a heavy industrial manufacturing facility. Serves as the on-site Chief Engineer, managing both hands-on maintenance activities and the engineering team, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and supporting continuous plant operations. The position combines technical building systems expertise, people leadership, and client-facing communication in a fast-paced, highly industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems within a heavy industrial manufacturing facility.
• Supervise and manage engineers and maintenance staff, including hiring, training, coaching, and supporting their professional development.
• Create, implement, and routinely update a documented plan for preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance procedures.
• Perform hands-on maintenance and repair tasks around the plant, including mechanical, electrical, and general facility work, in addition to administrative duties.
• Participate regularly in client-facing communications and property team meetings to ensure alignment on operational priorities and service expectations.
• Lead, create, and manage the engineering budget and contribute to the overall operating budget process.
• Assist in the development and planning of capital improvement projects for building systems and infrastructure.
• Select, schedule, supervise, and direct contractors, while monitoring and documenting their performance and compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Respond effectively to emergencies and service calls, both in person and over the phone, ensuring timely and appropriate resolution.
• Lead and organize ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs and procedures for the engineering and maintenance team.
• Ensure safe and responsible use of all building systems and equipment, including HVAC systems, electrical systems, compressors, and other critical plant equipment.
• Maintain accurate records in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and use technology tools to track work orders, maintenance schedules, and asset performance.
• Follow all site-specific safety protocols and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to plant access and egress requirements.
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting, climbing, bending, and kneeling as needed to inspect, maintain, and repair building systems.
• Complete other duties as requested by the property management team and/or client to support safe, efficient facility operations.

Essential Skills

• 7+ years of related experience in building, industrial, or facility maintenance, preferably in leadership positions.
• Proven people management experience leading an engineering or maintenance team, including hiring, training, coaching, and performance oversight.
• Strong experience with HVAC systems, including compressors, chillers, rooftop units, exhaust fans, cooling towers, and air compressors.
• Hands-on experience with industrial, building, and facility maintenance, including mechanical, electrical, and repair work.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Technology acumen with familiarity and practical experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams.
• Strong customer service orientation with excellent written and verbal communication skills in a client-facing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely as part of routine job duties.
• Comfort working at heights using ladders up to 30 feet tall.
• Ability to frequently climb, bend, kneel, and perform other physical activities required for maintenance and inspection tasks.
• Willingness and ability to work on-site in a heavy industrial manufacturing facility and wear required PPE, including powered air-purifying respirators (PAPRs), for extended periods.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a setting where technical expertise and leadership are both valued, with the opportunity to shape maintenance strategies and influence capital improvement planning. The role offers a blend of hands-on work and strategic oversight, giving you variety in your day-to-day responsibilities. You will collaborate closely with an engaged property and client team, contributing directly to safe, reliable operations in a critical manufacturing environment. Overtime opportunities and potential on-call work allow for additional earning potential, while structured processes and tools support your success in managing complex building systems.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kernersville, NC.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Kernersville,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026.

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.