Maintenance Technician – Direct Hire
Location: Otay Mesa, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Salary: $55,000 Annually
Occasional overtime, weekends, and work outside normal business hours may be required.
Position Summary
Now hiring a skilled Maintenance Technician to support manufacturing operations by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and production equipment. This role is responsible for minimizing downtime, improving equipment reliability, maintaining facility operations, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Reliable transportation with proof of insurance
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of facility maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing complex electrical and mechanical production equipment; SMT equipment experience preferred
- Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, piping, preventive maintenance programs, maintenance scheduling, and electronic work order systems
- Forklift experience required
- Basic Microsoft Office skills (Outlook and Word preferred)
- Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are a plus
- Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities
Physical Capabilities
- Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50-60 lbs
- Frequently stand, kneel, stoop, bend, and use hand tools throughout the workday
- Occasionally climb, reach, walk, and work indoors and outdoors
- Ability to safely work around manufacturing equipment and forklift traffic
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance on electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and production equipment
- Troubleshoot equipment failures and complete repairs to reduce downtime
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and repair documentation
- Perform facility maintenance including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, painting, and general building repairs
- Manage MRO inventory and maintenance supplies
- Coordinate vendor services and obtain quotes for facility projects
- Ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous manufacturing waste
- Support janitorial and facility upkeep activities
- Operate forklifts, power tools, hand tools, drills, and maintenance equipment
- Maintain compliance with Cal-OSHA regulations and company safety standards
- Assist with special projects and occasional weekend work as needed.
Benefits
Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off (PTO)