Field & Shop Machine Tool Technician – LA

KAAST MACHINE TOOLS INC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

KAAST Machine Tools is hiring a Machine Tool Service Tech for a mixed shop and field role in Los Angeles, CA. You will prepare, install, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain CNC and conventional tools, working at warehouse/showroom and at customer sites.

The position emphasizes hands-on mechanical work, electrical troubleshooting, and strong customer service in a fast-paced environment. Travel of 25–50% is typical.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of industrial machine installation, maintenance, or repair experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience with machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, saws, grinders, press brakes, shears, or other fabrication equipment.
• Read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to travel 25–50%.

Responsibilities

• Prepare new machines for customer shipment.
• Uncrate, assemble, power up, and perform complete inspections and operational testing.
• Complete written inspection and service reports.
• Install machinery and assist with machine startups.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repairs on customer equipment.
• Provide technical support to customers over the phone and during on-site service visits.
• Conduct machine demonstrations and operator training for customers.
• Document service work, repairs, and maintenance activities accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Communication

Teamwork

Machine tools experience

Electrical knowledge

Job description

KAAST Machine Tools is hiring a Machine Tool Service Tech for a mixed shop and field role in Los Angeles, CA. You will prepare, install, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain CNC and conventional tools, working at warehouse/showroom and at customer sites.

The position emphasizes hands-on mechanical work, electrical troubleshooting, and strong customer service in a fast-paced environment. Travel of 25–50% is typical.