Maintenance Mechanic

kaisercareers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Aluminum is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Los Angeles to Safely maintain and repair all production and plant support systems. You will apply lean principles, perform PMs, and support reliability goals across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include using Maximo for work orders, troubleshooting PLCs, and performing gas train safety checks on melting furnaces. The role requires journeyman status or an associate degree with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Journeyman status or an Associate’s degree with at least 2 years of experience in industrial manufacturing or control programming.
• Experience requirement of 5+ years for candidates without Journeyman status.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Maximo (CMMS) to manage daily work assignments, document labor, and track asset history.
• Execute daily maintenance work orders accurately and within established safety protocols.
• Perform comprehensive preventive maintenance (PM) services and detailed inspection tasks to identify potential failure modes.
• Participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) to eliminate recurring defects and improve MTBF.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex industrial systems, including mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical components.
• Diagnose PLC system malfunctions and perform repairs on instrumentation, relays, and control circuits.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Verbal and written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Journeyman status in a skilled trade

Associate’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Technology

Tools

Maximo CMMS

PLC instrumentation

MIG welding

TIG welding

Ultrasonic leak detection

Job description

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it—innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for aMaintenance Mechanic to join Kaiser Aluminum inLos Angeles!

Purpose of Position

Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all production and plant support systems.

• Hourly rate $32.66per hour.
• 2-10PM or 10-6AM and 3-4 weekends a month, typically one weekend a month off.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Maximo (CMMS) to manage daily work assignments, document labor, and track asset history.
• Execute daily maintenance work orders accurately and within established safety protocols.
• Perform comprehensive preventive maintenance (PM) services and detailed inspection tasks to identify potential failure modes.
• Participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) to eliminate recurring defects and improve Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF).
• Troubleshoot and repair complex industrial systems, including mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical components.
• Diagnose PLC system malfunctions and perform repairs on instrumentation, relays, and control circuits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Production, Engineering, and KPS, to achieve plant-wide reliability goals.
• Apply Lean manufacturing principles and 5S standards to all maintenance activities and workspace management.
• Identify opportunities for PM optimization and improve spare parts inventory controls.
• Develop bill of materials (BOM) lists for required repairs and document all parts usage in Maximo.
• Must perform combustion safety checks, leak tests, and maintain gas train components for melting and holding furnaces.

Relationships

• Reports to the Maintenance TAL, Supervisor and Maintenance Manager.

Job Requirements

Education/Experience:

Journeyman status in a skilled trade or an Associate’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Technology with at least 2 years of experience in industrial manufacturing or control programming. Experience requirement of 5+ years for candidates without Journeyman status.

Skills:

• Strong technical troubleshooting ability and solid verbal/written communication skills.
• Experience with aluminum melting processes and the maintenance/repair of furnaces, ovens and casting equipment.
• Proficiency in precision mechanical skills, including laser shaft alignment and ultrasonic leak detection.
• Proficiency in MIG and TIG welding for structural fabrication and high-pressure pipe fitting.

Core Competencies

Safety:

Proactive adherence to all health and safety policies, Job Safe Practices (JSP), and LOTO procedures.

Quality:

Strict adherence to standard work instructions and accurate documentation of all quality checks

Professionalism:

Maintains ownership and accountability for task completion, demonstrating adaptability in high-pressure or non-optimal situations.

Development:

Actively recognizes and pursues personal and professional development opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.