Industrial Maintenance Technician (2nd Shift)

Reser; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Reser’s Vista, CA facility is hiring a Maintenance/Engineering technician for full-time work at a processing plant. Responsibilities include preventive and urgent maintenance of production machinery, diagnosing PLCs, and leading CapEx/CI projects.

The role insists on 5+ years in multi-craft industrial maintenance and a technical certification. Compensation ranges from $30.50 to $38.13 per hour plus a $1 shift differential; benefits are described in company materials.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a multi-craft industrial technician.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Leadership abilities in an industrial setting.
• Technical certification or demonstrated equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Lead MT 1 and MT 2 maintenance duties.
• Identify causes of electrical/electronic problems and implement fixes.
• Lead projects from CapEx and CI perspectives.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance procedures.
• Diagnose and repair PLCs and related devices.
• Estimate costs and timelines for equipment improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic & pneumatics

Education

Technical certification

Tools

PLCs & programmable devices

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on November 4, 2026

Locations

3285 Corporate Vw, Vista, CA 92081, USA

• Maintenance/Engineering
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MAINT008526

Description

General Summary:Performs preventative and urgent maintenance of production machinery and equipment.

Benefits and Culture

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs - https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefits

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Effectively perform the duties associated with the MT 1 and 2 job descriptions.

2. Function as a “Lead” or currently filling the role.

3. Determine causes and sources of existing and potential electrical and electronic problems.

4. Lead projects from both a Cap Ex and CI view.

5. Monitor and/or evaluate current or potential problems with resulting action or plan to eliminate problem.

6. Create and maintain preventative maintenance procedures through PMO activities.

7. Perform diagnostics and repair to a variety of PLCs and associated programmable devices.

8. Provide suitable solutions and estimate costs and timelines for equipment breakdowns and improvements.

9. Escalate machine breakdowns to appropriate managers if not resolved within the agreed timeline.

10. Perform additional duties as assigned including, but not limited to all facilities related tasks and work on special projects as required or assigned by the Facilities and Maintenance Manager.

Job Specifications

1. Effectively fulfill all requirements of the MT 1 and 2 job descriptions.

2. Champion safety efforts plant wide.

3. Technical certification (or demonstrated equivalent) required.

4. 5+ years of experience working as a multi-craft industrial technician.

5. Proven advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems maintenance.

6. Demonstrated advanced troubleshooting skills.

7. Considered an expert in of industrial field; electrical, fabrication, machining, etc.

8. Effective leadership skills.

Working Conditions

1. Processed and refrigerated foods manufacturing plant.

2. Wet or dry environment with temperatures ranging from 25f to 115f.

3. Lifting up to 50lbs repeatably.

4. Production demands may require short notice overtime and weekend scheduling.

Compensation

$30.50 - $38.13 + $1.00 shift differential per hour/ non-exempt

Recipe for Success

Reser’s is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated deli salads, side dishes, and prepared foods for the supermarket, club store, and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser’s has been a proud sponsor of good times at racetracks, picnics, BBQs, music festivals, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser’s family of brands include Reser’s American Classics, Main St Bistro, Stonemill Kitchens, and more. With more than 4,500 employees, Reser’s operates 14 facilities in the US, Mexico, and Canada and actively supports the communities it serves.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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