Automation Technician - Evening Shift (Whittier)

Staffmark Group; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Staffmark Group currently seeks an Automation Technician for a direct-hire position in Whittier, CA. The role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing automated mailing and distribution equipment to keep production lines running safely and efficiently.

Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in maintenance or automation, with ability to read schematics, and CMMS experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school or industrial maintenance certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in maintenance, automation, manufacturing, or automated distribution environments.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
• CMMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair automated mailing and distribution equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation system issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Inspect equipment, tools, and work areas to maintain safety standards.
• Partner with engineers, vendors, and operations teams to resolve equipment concerns.
• Train operators on machine operation and basic maintenance procedures.
• Assist with automation projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Automation Helpdesk requests and escalations.
• Prepare maintenance reports and participate in technical meetings.
• Update equipment manuals, maintenance records, and operating procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical/Industrial maintenance certification

Tools

CMMS

PLCs

Electrical controls

Hydraulics

Job description

Staffmark Group currently seeks an Automation Technician for a direct-hire position in Whittier, CA. The role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing automated mailing and distribution equipment to keep production lines running safely and efficiently.

Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in maintenance or automation, with ability to read schematics, and CMMS experience preferred.