Lead Maintenance Mechanic – PLCs, Electrical & Equipment

Luttrell Staffing Group; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Luttrell Staffing Group is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic in Salinas, CA to maintain, repair, and optimize processing, packaging, and facility equipment with a focus on safety and quality. This full-time, temp-to-hire position offers weekly pay and rapid onboarding.

You will lead complex repairs, guide junior mechanics, and apply strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills while adhering to safety procedures and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to diagnose equipment issues and provide long-term solutions.
• Proficient with diagnostic tools such as multimeters.
• Must pass Ramsay exam.
• Read/write/communicate in English and Spanish.
• Capable of leading daily maintenance activities and directing team efforts.
• Team-oriented with ability to promote collaboration.
• Certified to operate forklift, scissor lift, and/or boom lift.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints.
• Experience with CMMS for work orders, preventive maintenance and inventory tracking.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, replace, and modify processing, packaging, and facility equipment with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Lead complex repairs or projects involving multiple mechanics or shifts.
• Serve as SME on assigned projects and provide guidance to junior mechanics.
• Follow all safety procedures and adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Team leadership

PLC knowledge

CMMS proficiency

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Office

Safety procedures

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Multimeters

Diagnostic tools

CMMS

PLC (Allen-Bradley)

Electrical schematics

National Electrical Code

Job description

Luttrell Staffing Group is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic in Salinas, CA to maintain, repair, and optimize processing, packaging, and facility equipment with a focus on safety and quality. This full-time, temp-to-hire position offers weekly pay and rapid onboarding.

You will lead complex repairs, guide junior mechanics, and apply strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills while adhering to safety procedures and company policies.