Manufacturing Automation Maintenance Technician II - 2nd Shift

Hunter; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Amazing corporate culture

Wellness center on site

Profit sharing bonus

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Hunter Industries in San Marcos, CA is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician II for the 2nd shift. The role involves diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on molding/production machines on site.

You will document work, support process improvements, and collaborate with the Production team. Expect opportunities for skill growth and occasional overtime on a 2nd shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of experience in automation maintenance or related field.

Responsibilities

• Performs machine start-up, setup, and changeovers.
• Documents repairs and maintenance using correct procedures.
• Assists in maintenance procedures for molding and assembly machines.
• Submits suggestions for improvements to equipment.
• Works with Production team to ensure equipment satisfaction.
• May work overtime or varying hours as necessary.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Pneumatic theory

Hydraulic theory

Electrical theory

Tool use

English communication

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Manufacturing Automation Maintenance Technician II - 2nd Shift

Job Category: Gbl Operations Mfg

Requisition Number: AUTOM003582

• Posted : July 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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California - San Marcos
1940 Diamond Street
San Marcos, CA 92078, USA

California - San Marcos
1940 Diamond Street
San Marcos, CA 92078, USA

Hunter Industries is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Maintenance Technician II to performs, under minimal supervision, intermediate diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance to molding/production machines and related equipment.

Essential Functions:

• Performs machine start-up, setup, and changeovers. Resupplies equipment with wire spool, grease, silicone, labels, and tapes.
• Works with Production team members to ensure they are satisfied with equipment maintenance performed.
• Documents equipment repairs and maintenance performed to machinery and associated equipment, utilizing correct documentation procedures.
• Assists in generating and implementing maintenance procedures for molding and assembly machines and related equipment.
• Submits suggestions for electrical, electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic performance-improving modifications to molding and assembly machines and related equipment.
• Seeks to improve own skill level by participating in apprenticeship program, taking job-related courses, and attending technical seminars.
• May be required to work overtime and/or varying hours, as necessary.

Education and Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of experience in automation maintenance or related field.

What You Bring:

• Excellent mechanical skills with knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic, and electrical theory.
• Strong proficiency in the use of power and hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent computer knowledge, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and associated engineering documentation.
• Ability to purchase own hand‐tools and some electrical troubleshooting devices, if necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to work with members across the organization and to train and mentor other team members.
• Ability to work overtime and/or varying hours as required.
• Ability to hook up and support basic vision and motor controls.

What We Offer:

• Amazing corporate culture - we walk the walk when it comes to our values!
• Beautiful 20 acre park like campus with creek and walking trails
• On site wellness center with personal training, fitness classes and massage
• FUN company events!
• Company donation matching and volunteer rewards
• Career development opportunities and profit sharing bonus

Hunter is a global leader in the irrigation, outdoor lighting, dispensing technology, and custom manufacturing industries. Driving our continued success is the combined energy and talents of the nearly 4,000 people on our team. Together, we create a diverse array of products that can be seen all over the world, from residential landscapes to national landmarks, stadiums, parks, hotels, and municipal buildings.

Hunter Industries and its Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

The hourly rate for this opportunity ranges from $26.50 to $33.00, plus a 5% shift differential.

The Company complies with all federal/local/state regulations in regard to pay. The above represents the expected hourly range for this job requisition. Compensation offered to the successful candidate will be determined by qualifications, prior experience, other job-related factors, and geographic location.

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