Lead Maintenance Technician: PLC & Machinery Expert

Howmet; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company对

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Job summary

Howmet is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to independently maintain and repair facility tools, equipment, and systems at our Fullerton, CA site. The role covers preventive and emergency maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The ideal candidate will diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, perform PLC-related troubleshooting, and document all activities. A strong safety mindset and ability to read blueprints are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• 7+ years of maintenance or machinist experience.
• Advanced knowledge of machine mechanics, pneumatics, plumbing.
• Able to read blueprints, schematics, and work instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, adjust, and modify facility tools and equipment.
• Perform preventive and emergency maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues; perform PLC troubleshooting.
• Operate and maintain material handling equipment and ensure safety compliance.
• Read work orders and document maintenance activities in systems.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical

Electrical

Safety & LOTO

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical schematics

Blueprint reading

Job description

Howmet is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to independently maintain and repair facility tools, equipment, and systems at our Fullerton, CA site. The role covers preventive and emergency maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The ideal candidate will diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, perform PLC-related troubleshooting, and document all activities. A strong safety mindset and ability to read blueprints are essential.