Maintenance Technician II

Watts Water; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Watts Water in Woodland, CA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment and facility systems to minimize downtime and support TPM initiatives.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and able to communicate equipment status with supervisors and operators. This on-site role offers opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certifications preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems on industrial equipment.
• Experience using CMMS platforms such as Limble, UpKeep, Fiix, MP2, or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on manufacturing and facility equipment.
• Perform preventive and planned maintenance per OEM recommendations and standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and conduct root cause analysis to minimize repeat downtime.
• Maintain facility systems including air compressors, electrical distribution, and related infrastructure.
• Utilize CMMS software to document maintenance activities, complete work orders, and track repairs accurately.
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Autonomous Maintenance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical manuals, and mechanical drawings.
• Support installation, startup, shutdown, and modification of manufacturing equipment in accordance with safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Communicate equipment status, repair progress, and operational concerns with supervisors, operators, and leadership.
• Maintain safe work practices and strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and PPE requirements.
• Support facility improvement projects, equipment upgrades, and contractor coordination as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Problem solving

Schematic reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training/certifications

Tools

CMMS (Limble / UpKeep / Fiix / MP2)

Job description

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting‑edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Scope of Position

The Maintenance Technician troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains manufacturing equipment and facility systems to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime, supporting preventive maintenance programs, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.

The ideal candidate is hands‑on, safety‑focused, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment supporting production equipment, facility systems, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives.

This position reports to the Manager, Engineering & Maintenance. This role is onsite and is based in Woodland, CA.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on manufacturing and facility equipment.
• Perform preventive and planned maintenance activities in accordance with OEM recommendations and company standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and conduct root cause analysis to minimize repeat downtime.
• Maintain facility systems including air compressors, electrical distribution, and related infrastructure.
• Utilize CMMS software to document maintenance activities, complete work orders, and track repairs accurately.
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Autonomous Maintenance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical manuals, and mechanical drawings.
• Support installation, startup, shutdown, and modification of manufacturing equipment in accordance with safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Communicate equipment status, repair progress, and operational concerns with supervisors, operators, and leadership.
• Maintain safe work practices and strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and PPE requirements.
• Support facility improvement projects, equipment upgrades, and contractor coordination as needed.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or Company management.
• Demonstrate accountability, integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement through daily maintenance operations and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Travel Requirements: Minimal travel may be required between local facilities, vendors, or training locations as needed.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Manager, Engineering & Maintenance or Company management.
• Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant technical training or certifications preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical systems on industrial equipment.
• Experience utilizing a CMMS platform such as Limble, UpKeep, Fiix, MP2, or similar systems.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, drives, electrical controls, and facility systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, OSHA requirements, and safety practices and procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre‑employment testing as a condition of employment.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including [insert checks], and required pre‑employment testing as a condition of employment.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, OSHA requirements, and safety practices and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical trade school certification or electrical certification/licensure.
• PLC troubleshooting experience with Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms.
• Experience supporting CNC equipment, laser cutting equipment, robotics, welders, or fabrication machinery.
• Forklift certification.
• Experience supporting TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or Continuous Improvement programs.

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment