Maintenance Mechanic

Reliance, Inc.; National City (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is looking for a Maintenance Technician in California to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and material handling equipment. This role emphasizes high-voltage electrical systems, PLC controls, automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical troubleshooting.

Travel for training may be required; first shift and on-call status are expected. You will help minimize downtime, ensure safety, and support continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance of manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) preferred.
• Willingness to travel for training.
• First shift and on-call availability.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial machinery, production equipment, conveyors, cranes, forklifts, and material handling systems.
• Diagnose and repair high-voltage electrical systems, including motor controls, transformers, switchgear, VFDs, and power distribution equipment.
• Troubleshoot, modify, and maintain PLC-controlled equipment, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Install, test, and commission new equipment, machinery upgrades, and automation systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical control circuits, sensors, relays, contactors, and industrial communication devices.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and equipment modifications as required.
• Maintain facility infrastructure including lighting, plumbing, compressed air systems, and building repairs.
• Utilize lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, fall protection, and other safety procedures during maintenance activities.
• Manage maintenance spare parts inventory and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergency repairs in a timely manner to maximize production uptime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, reliability, and cost reduction.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental requirements.
• All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Skills

High-voltage electrical systems

PLC troubleshooting

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Industrial electrical schematics

Electrical testing tools

Lockout/Tagout OSHA compliance

Troubleshooting and repair

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Tools

Multimeters

Megger

Electrical diagnostic tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and material handling equipment. This position requires strong industrial maintenance experience with an emphasis on high-voltage electrical systems, PLC controls, automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical troubleshooting. The Maintenance Technician supports plant operations by minimizing equipment downtime, maintaining a safe work environment, and ensuring equipment reliability. The ability to travel for future training, this position will be scheduled to work first shift as well as on call status.

Physical Requirements

Repetitive Motion, Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)

Function in the Job

Medium/Heavy work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial machinery, production equipment, conveyors, cranes, forklifts, and material handling systems.
• Diagnose and repair high-voltage electrical systems, including motor controls, transformers, switchgear, VFDs, and power distribution equipment.
• Troubleshoot, modify, and maintain PLC-controlled equipment, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Install, test, and commission new equipment, machinery upgrades, and automation systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical control circuits, sensors, relays, contactors, and industrial communication devices.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and equipment modifications as required.
• Maintain facility infrastructure including lighting, plumbing, compressed air systems, and building repairs.
• Utilize lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, fall protection, and other safety procedures during maintenance activities.
• Manage maintenance spare parts inventory and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergency repairs in a timely manner to maximize production uptime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, reliability, and cost reduction.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental requirements.

All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems up to 480V and higher.
• Proficient in PLC troubleshooting, diagnostics, and programming modifications.
• Knowledge of motor controls, VFDs, servo systems, and automation equipment.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Experience using multimeters, meggers, and other electrical diagnostic tools.
• Ability to safely perform lockout/tagout procedures and follow OSHA regulations.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $30.00/Hr. - USD $35.00/Hr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location.

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN