Maintenance Technician II — 4x10 PM Shift, Plant Uptime

Tri-Valley Career Center; Hercules (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 78,500; Full time

Job summary

Bio‑Rad Laboratories in Hercules, CA is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to support its manufacturing plant operating on a 4×10 schedule, 12:30 PM or 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, Monday–Thursday. You will ensure equipment, instrumentation, and automation systems are integrated and running efficiently to support GMP manufacturing and seamless operations for internal and external users.

The role involves inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing plant machinery, conducting preventive maintenance, and

Qualifications

• High school or trade school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 2+ years related maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of methods in one or more craft areas.
• Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions.
• Proficient with tools and equipment common to the trade.
• Knowledge of PC, MS Office, and basic software.
• Licensing if required by law.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections, troubleshooting, testing, and repairs on plant machines, equipment, and structures.
• Conducts preventative maintenance and suggests improvements to maintenance processes.
• Sets up and operates tools and diagnostic equipment for maintenance tasks.
• Interprets and works from blueprints, sketches, layouts, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Operates within quality and safety standards and documents work using CMMS.
• Under the direction of Engineering or upper‑level maintenance associates, may assist in equipment installation and production start‑ups.
• May provide basic training to junior personnel.
• May coordinate providers of contracted repairs of equipment, cleaning, security, and HVAC mechanical.
• Develops equipment maintenance SOPs for new production and/or facility/utility equipment and updates maintenance SOPs as required.

Job description

Bio‑Rad Laboratories in Hercules, CA is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to support its manufacturing plant operating on a 4×10 schedule, 12:30 PM or 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, Monday–Thursday. You will ensure equipment, instrumentation, and automation systems are integrated and running efficiently to support GMP manufacturing and seamless operations for internal and external users.

The role involves inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing plant machinery, conducting preventive maintenance, and