Mechanical Technician

Equiliem; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Matching 401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Payment Options

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking a Mechanical Technician to operate and maintain a cryogenic Air Separation Unit in Fremont, CA. You will monitor plant processes via SCADA, HMI, and PLC systems and perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and calibration on a range of equipment.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience with industrial equipment, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently with a focus on safety and quality. The role is full-time with standard M-F hours.

Qualifications

• Requires 2+ years operating an Air Separation Plant or related industrial equipment.
• Able to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process equipment issues independently.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Able to recognize process abnormalities and make sound operating and maintenance decisions.
• Experience using common hand tools and electrical/mechanical test equipment.
• Ability to read technical drawings, manuals, and equipment documentation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain safe operation of cryogenic Air Separation Unit and related equipment.
• Operate SCADA, HMI, PLC and other control systems to monitor and adjust processes.
• Control flows, purities, pressures, and production rates to meet requirements.
• Perform preventive, predictive, corrective maintenance and calibrations.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and instrumentation systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Reading technical drawings

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of technical college or equivalent military technical experience

Tools

SCADA

HMI

PLC

DCS

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Mechanical Technician

Location: Fremont, CA
Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m
Pay: $25.00 per hour
26-10774

Job Summary

The Mechanical Technician / Production Technician operates and maintains a cryogenic Air Separation Unit (ASU) to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant production. This hands‑on position monitors plant processes through SCADA, HMI, and PLC systems and performs troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, and calibration on compressors, pumps, turbines, valves, motors, instrumentation, and other plant equipment. The technician is also responsible for maintaining product quality, regulatory compliance, accurate production records, and safe operating practices. Candidates with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, industrial maintenance, military technical, or related experience are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain the safe operation of a cryogenic Air Separation Unit and associated plant equipment.
• Operate SCADA, HMI, PLC, DCS, and other computer‑based control systems to monitor and adjust plant processes.
• Control process flows, purities, pressures, and production rates to support customer requirements and plant efficiency.
• Perform complex plant operations, including DERIME and warm plant start‑ups.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, equipment manuals, and operating documentation.
• Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and proactive maintenance throughout the facility.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and calibrate mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and instrumentation systems.
• Maintain and repair compressors, pumps, turbines, valves, motors, electrical equipment, control valves, and related plant equipment.
• Identify potential equipment or process problems using plant data and determine when immediate maintenance action is required.
• Perform quality assurance activities and maintain product quality requirements.
• Maintain accurate plant readings, maintenance records, calibration records, production documentation, and other required records.
• Support environmental, safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance programs.
• Assist with safety incident and near‑miss investigations using root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Work with management to improve plant reliability, production efficiency, operating costs, and overall facility performance.
• Perform administrative duties related to requisitions, purchasing, production accounting, purchase order closure, receiving, and timekeeping.
• Use common hand tools and test equipment to diagnose, repair, and replace equipment as needed.
• Work independently while maintaining continuous attention to plant operations and equipment conditions.

Job Requirements

• 2+ years of experience operating an Air Separation Plant or related industrial equipment/environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve mechanical, electrical, electronic, instrumentation, and process equipment issues independently.
• Strong critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to recognize process abnormalities, interpret equipment malfunctions, and make sound operating and maintenance decisions.
• Experience using common hand tools and electrical/mechanical test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Ability to work independently and maintain continuous mental and visual attention while operating equipment and performing repairs.
• Ability to work overtime, off shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Ability to participate in an on‑call rotation to support uninterrupted plant operations.
• Ability to work alone when required.
• Commitment to safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Previous military technical experience or technical training is applicable.
• Basic understanding of water treatment principles and equipment is a plus.
• Basic understanding of refrigeration systems is a plus.
• Basic understanding of air separation processes and related technologies is a plus.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of technical college or equivalent military technical experience preferred.

Additional Job Details (Commute, Attendance, etc.)

• Full‑time position with standard Monday‑Friday hours.
• Initial schedule may be 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with potential 6:00 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. start times.
• Weekend coverage is not expected at the start of the assignment but may be required as needed.
• Overtime and off‑shift work may be required.
• Participation in an on‑call rotation is required.
• Previous U.S. military veterans and college students with relevant technical experience are encouraged to apply.

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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