Maintenance Technician (Mechanic/2nd shift)

Kelly Services; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Holiday pay

Transit benefits

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic Technician for the 2nd shift in San Diego, CA. The role involves working Mon to Fri, 2:30 pm to 11 pm, with a base pay of $22/hr plus a $1/hr shift premium and overtime as needed.

The ideal candidate has a HS diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of machinery repair/maintenance experience, with strong mechanical/electrical skills and fabrication capabilities. This is a W2 temporary-to-hire position through a staffing supplier.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) with at least 1 year of machinery repair/maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical understanding of industrial equipment; proficient with hand, power, table/band saws, and air tools. Fabrication (welding/machining) and shop tool skills (mills, lathes, grinders) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, dismantle, repair, adjust, test, and reassemble electrical and mechanical production machinery per specs.
• Install, modify, layout, and fabricate equipment, parts, tools, and brackets.
• Perform routine lubrication, cleaning, parts ordering, and other shop duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical understanding

Hand tools

Power tools

Fabrication tools

Welding

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Air tools

Saw tools

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic Technician (2nd shift)

- Location: San Diego, CA 92123

- Work Schedule: Mon to Fri / 2nd Shift: 2:30 pm to 11 pm

- Pay rate: $22/hr base (DOE) + $1/hr shift premium | Overtime as needed.

- Contract: W2 under staffing supplier; Temp-to-Hire (evaluated after 3–6 months based on performance, attendance, and reliability).

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience & Education: High School Diploma (or equivalent) with at least 1 year of machinery repair/maintenance experience. Background in thin-film processing or converting is a plus.

• Technical Skills: Strong mechanical and electrical understanding of industrial equipment; proficient with hand, power, table/band saws, and air tools. Fabrication (welding/machining) and shop tool skills (mills, lathes, grinders) are preferred.

• Core Competencies: Proven diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with precision-measuring tools (calipers, micrometers). Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.

• Physical Ability: Must be able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repair: Troubleshoot, dismantle, repair, adjust, test, and reassemble electrical and mechanical production machinery according to manufacturer specifications.

• Installation & Fabrication: Install, modify, layout, and fabricate new and existing equipment, parts, tools, and brackets.

• Upkeep & Support: Perform routine lubrication, cleaning, parts ordering, and other shop duties as assigned.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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About Kelly

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