Mechanic C

Rain for Rent; Santa Paula (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Rain for Rent in Santa Paula, CA is hiring a Mechanic C to repair and maintain diesel and gasoline pumps. The role involves simple inspections, engine service tasks, and reading parts diagrams, with travel required to support customer sites.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of mechanic experience and a focus on safety and quality workmanship. The company offers competitive pay and benefits, with opportunities to work on diverse pump systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of mechanic experience.
• Ability to read and interpret parts diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic inspections while learning SOPs.
• Carry out engine services such as oil changes and filter changes.
• Grease pump and wheel bearings as needed.
• Handle safe operation of portable and shop tools.
• Read and apply information from manuals and diagrams.
• Inspect, test, and document pump performance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Safety-oriented

Customer service orientation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Engine services

Power tools

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $21 USD to $26 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Travel Required : Yes

Description

Mechanic C Repairs and maintains diesel and gasoline industrial and submersible pumps. Positively represents the Company and maintains good relations with customers. 1-2 years: Mechanic Experience

What we do:

At Rain for Rent, we move water—every day. As the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions, we’re recognized for our systems engineering expertise, cost-effective problem solving, and the high value we deliver to organizations facing critical liquid management challenges. Our experienced teams, supported by skilled engineers, are continually redefining what customers expect from a liquid handling provider. We design innovative equipment and harness cutting-edge technology to meet the demands of the toughest environments. From water handling and irrigation to temporary liquid storage, our solutions consistently exceed customer expectations for quality and service. We are committed to completing every project safely, efficiently, on time—and done right the first time.

To learn more about Rain for Rent please check out this short 2 minute YouTube videohere.

Rain for Rent employees take great pride in being part of a family-owned company with a rich and enduring legacy. For over 91 years, we’ve delivered consistent, high-quality products and services to our customers. With more than 70 locations across the U.S., Canada, and the UK, Rain for Rent remains committed to excellence. Honesty and integrity are at the core of everything we do. Our dedicated team strives to exceed expectations through exceptional service and unwavering quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to perform basic inspections while learning RFR sop’s
• Ability to perform engine services as far as oil changes and filter changes including fuel filters
• Ability to properly grease bearings as in pump bearings and wheel bearings
• Understand the safe operation of portable cordless, electric, and pneumatic tools
• Understand the safe operation of shop stationary power tools
• Knowledge of pipe fittings and flanges as pertained to fitting pumps for customers.
• Assemble and secure pipes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications.
• Receive, inspect and stock needed products, including oil filters, air filters, pump, hoses, and tools.
• Read, comprehend, and apply information from parts diagrams, owner’s and instruction manuals.
• Inspect, examine, and test pumps using appropriate specifications
• Complete paperwork/electronic documents as required by management.
• Participate in the on-call rotation as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Other job competencies required to be successful in this position that are not listed elsewhere include:

• Able to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Able to use a calculator, cellular telephone, and tape measure/ruler.
• Able to read a map, plan routes, and calculate distances.
• Must be Motivated, Team player, Safety-Oriented, and have a Customer Service orientation

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with arms and hands, simple grasping with right and left hands, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear, smell or taste. The employee is frequently required to power grasp with both right and left hands. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Employee must have manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Employee will be exposed to heavy physical activity performing strenuous day activities of a primarily productive/technical nature.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401(k) plan
• Career advancement through company-sponsored training and development
• Nine paid holidays and a comprehensive paid time off program
• And so much more

We are proud to support those who have served our country. We are honored to share that Rain for Rent has earned the Military Friendly® Employer Gold (MFE) Gold Designation for 2026! This is our fourth consecutive year being recognized, and our second year achieving Gold-level distinction. We are committed to hiring and supporting veterans. Vets - Rain for Rent® When you join the Rain for Rent team, you're not just building a career—you’re building meaningful relationships, doing work that matters, and making a positive impact in your community.The choice is easy. Join the Rain for Rent team today.

**Rain for Rent does not accept 3rd party applicants**

Rain for Rent is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affir…

Estimate Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour DOE

Travel Required

Yes . 1-25%

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or GED or better.

Experience

Required

1-2 years:

Mechanic Experience

and one-year trade school or equivalent training maintaining industrial, mud, vacuum, or submersible pumps

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