Maintenance Helper

Kirkhill Inc.; Downtown Brea (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkhill, Inc. seeks a Maintenance Helper to support the Maintenance team with basic repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance across the facility.

This role is ideal for someone developing technical skills in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fabrication work within a high-performance aerospace manufacturing environment. This position offers hands-on learning, exposure to complex machinery, and a pathway to growth with seasoned technicians, in a clean, safety-focused

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of general maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems; exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, or electrical systems is a plus.
• Comfortable with hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Willing to learn CMMS and maintenance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance tasks following written or verbal directions from senior staff.
• Support preventive maintenance on machinery, motors, conveyors, and production equipment.
• Help identify equipment issues by observing operation and reporting anomalies.
• Perform basic measurements with rulers, calipers, and micrometers.
• Help with plumbing, pipe work, and simple repairs on utility systems.
• Fabricate sheet metal parts and fixtures using basic shop tools.
• Review work for accuracy and maintain maintenance records.
• Follow safety practices and keep the work area clean and compliant.
• Assist senior mechanics with tools, materials, and more complex repairs.

Skills

Mechanical basics

Communication

Problem solving

Team player

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Helper supports the Maintenance team by assisting with basic repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance tasks across the facility. This role is ideal for someone developing their technical skills and eager to learn mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fabrication work in a high-performance aerospace manufacturing environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance tasks by following written instructions or verbal direction from Mechanics, Leads, or the Manager.
• Support preventive maintenance on machinery, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production equipment.
• Help identify equipment issues by observing machines in operation and reporting unusual sounds, movements, or conditions.
• Perform basic measurements using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other common shop instruments.
• Support plumbing and pipe work including installation, maintenance, and simple repairs on water, steam, gas, air, and sewage systems.
• Help fabricate sheet metal parts and fixtures using hand tools and basic shop equipment.
• Perform simple system tests on equipment before release for operation, using proper tools and checklists.
• Review completed work for accuracy and neatness; complete basic documentation and maintenance records.
• Follow housekeeping and safety practices to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment.
• Support senior mechanics by preparing tools, gathering materials, and assisting with more complex repairs or projects. Work following written instructions or verbal directions from Manager/Lead.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of general maintenance, mechanical, or industrial experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems; exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, or electrical systems is a plus.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Willing to learn Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Team-oriented, dependable, and able to follow direction with minimal supervision.

Kirkhill, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All successful candidates must submit to post offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen and background check as a condition of employment.