Maintenance Technician

FerrellGas; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Income Protection

Financial Wellness

Time Off & Family Support

Wellness & Assistance Programs

Employee Perks

Job summary

Blue Rhino, a Ferrellgas company, is hiring a Maintenance Technician to ensure safe, reliable operation of our production facility. The role covers maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive tasks across equipment, machinery, and facility systems, with a 5:00am–3:30pm schedule and a $23 hourly pay rate.

The position is hands-on, with opportunities to minimize downtime, improve reliability, and support plant operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical training / technical degree a plus.
• 1+ years of maintenance / mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Mandatory overtime when necessary.
• U.S. citizenship or work authorization required.
• No sponsorship needed for employment visa.

Responsibilities

• Monitors production equipment for signs of malfunction.
• Performs mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
• Diagnoses equipment issues and determines repair action.
• Dismantles defective equipment and installs/replaces components.
• Performs preventive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Completes daily inspections and required maintenance documentation.
• Responds to changing maintenance needs and assists with operations.
• Provides technical information to production staff.
• Partners with leadership to resolve equipment issues.
• Assists with installation, modifications, and projects.
• Identifies long-term equipment improvements for safety and efficiency.
• Maintains a safe, organized work environment per safety policies.
• Performs other maintenance and operational tasks as needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Mechanical basics

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Education

High school diploma

Technical training

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Ferrellgas was recently recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for 2025 - and that trust starts with our people. Join a team that keeps America grilling!

Blue Rhino, a Ferrellgas company, is searching for a Maintenance Technician to join our team. The Maintenance Technician supports the safe and reliable operation of our production facility by performing a wide variety of maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance activities.

This is a hands-on and dynamic role where priorities may shift based on operational needs. The Maintenance Technician works across production equipment, machinery, facility systems, and other operational assets to identify issues, complete repairs, minimize downtime, and support efficient plant operations

Schedule: 5:00am - 3:30pm

Pay: $23.00 hourly

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Blue Rhino, we're committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote health, financial security, and personal growth:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance
• Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement
• Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support
• Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings

Responsibilities

• Monitors production equipment, machinery, and facility systems for unusual sounds, conditions, or performance that may indicate a malfunction.
• Performs mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of production and operational equipment.
• Diagnoses equipment issues and determines appropriate repair or corrective action.
• Dismantles defective equipment and installs, replaces, or repairs components and parts as needed.
• Performs preventive and routine maintenance to support equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Conducts daily inspections and accurately completes required maintenance and inspection documentation.
• Responds to changing maintenance needs throughout the facility and assists with operational issues as they arise.
• Provides technical information and operational guidance to production employees when appropriate.
• Partners with plant leadership and operations teams to identify and resolve equipment deficiencies and maintenance concerns.
• Assists with equipment installation, modifications, repairs, and facility maintenance projects.
• Identifies opportunities for long-term equipment improvements, upgrades, and repairs that may improve safety, reliability, or operational efficiency.
• Maintains a safe and organized work environment and performs all work in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other maintenance and operational support duties as assigned based on the needs of the facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical training / technical degree a plus.
• 1+ years of maintenance / mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Mandatory overtime when necessary.
• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
• Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Why Blue Rhino?

At Blue Rhino we're honored to be part of tight-knit communities across America and thousands of customers' lives. From our nationwide charitable partnerships with Operation Warm and Operation BBQ Relief to fundraisers for local schools, fire departments, veteran organizations and more, we are always looking for ways to give back to the communities we live in and serve.

Hear from our current employees and discover the people behind Ferrellgas: Employee Testimonials