Industrial Plant Maintenance Technician I

Athens Services; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Career development

Job summary

Athens Services is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician I to keep our Irwindale MRF running smoothly. You will diagnose and repair machinery, perform preventative maintenance, and assist with fabrication tasks using a range of tools and welding equipment.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager and Supervisor, you’ll work on conveyors, motors, and other equipment, ensuring safety standards and efficient operations across shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3 years' maintenance/repair experience in a production environment.
• Fabrication knowledge (Mig/Tig/Arc) and welding experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues safely.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose issues and perform preventive maintenance.
• Use hand and power tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Perform welding and cutting as needed and maintain clean work area.
• Escalate operational problems to supervisors with recommendations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Fabrication knowledge

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School Certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Measuring instruments

Job description

Athens Services is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician I to keep our Irwindale MRF running smoothly. You will diagnose and repair machinery, perform preventative maintenance, and assist with fabrication tasks using a range of tools and welding equipment.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager and Supervisor, you’ll work on conveyors, motors, and other equipment, ensuring safety standards and efficient operations across shifts as needed.