Mechanical Technician I

WCL Group; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WCL Group is seeking a Shift Technician to support a specialized engine testing laboratory in Richmond, CA. The role requires operating engines, monitoring control systems, and performing repairs as needed, with rotating day, swing, and graveyard shifts.

The candidate should have 1+ years of experience with automotive engines or mechanical systems, and be comfortable in a technical team environment. Shift work, basic math, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with automotive engines or mechanical systems.
• Experience working in a technical environment.
• General engine knowledge from education or work as a mechanic.
• Monitoring and adjusting process control systems.
• Basic math skills (algebra).
• Excellent teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Works rotating (Day, Swing and Grave) shifts.
• Operates automotive test engines and vehicles according to established specifications.
• Monitors operations and makes adjustments to control systems to ensure specification compliance.
• Diagnoses problems and repairs test engines and control systems.
• Maintains adequate fuel supply to all engines and vehicles.
• Strong mechanical aptitude is essential.

Skills

Experience with automotive engines

Experience in technical environment

Teamwork skills

Basic algebra/math

Monitoring process controls

Excellent teamwork

Basic computer skills / MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CLIENT HIGHLIGHT

The Client you will be working for is a Fortune 100 Oil and Gas Company. This opportunity will give you experience in the energy sector in the United States with a company that is a globally recognized leader in energy production and one of the biggest companies in the US.

LOCATION

Richmond, CA 94801

SCHEDULE

3 Shifts (Morning, Swing, Grave) the worker is expected to be available for all three, rotating shifts every 2-4 months.

Shift Hours:
Morning (5am - 1pm); Swing (1pm - 9pm); Grave (9pm - 5am)

Two - Four months alternate shifts & days of week working (Monday-Friday or Wednesday - Sunday)

COMPENSATION

• Morning Shift: $25 - $29 per hour
• Swing Shift: $26 - $30 per hour
• Grave/Night Shift: $27.25 - $31.25 per hour

CONTRACT TERM

1 year with the high likelihood of extension or conversion to full-time employee

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Shift Technician supports a specialized engine testing laboratory that helps develop and evaluate fuel and fuel-additive performance for research clients. Working rotating day, swing, and graveyard shifts, this hands-on role operates automotive test engines and vehicles, monitors and adjusts control systems to maintain test specifications, diagnoses and repairs engine and control-system issues, and maintains fuel supply across active tests. It's best suited for someone with mechanical aptitude, prior automotive or technical-environment experience, and comfort working as part of a team on a rotating schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works rotating (Day, Swing and Grave) shifts.
• Operates automotive test engines and vehicles according to established specifications.
• Monitors all operations and makes necessary adjustments to control systems to ensure specification compliance.
• Performs diagnosis of problems and makes repairs to test engines and control systems.
• Maintains adequate fuel supply to all engines and vehicles.
• Strong mechanical aptitude is essential.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• 1+ years of experience with:
• Experience working with automotive engines or mechanical systems
• Experience working in a technical environment.
• General engine knowledge through recent education or work experience as a mechanic.
• Monitoring and adjusting process control systems.
• Basic math skills (algebra).
• Excellent teamwork skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Basic computer skills, experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Formal training in automotive technology, electronics, or automated control systems
• Experience working shift work / off hours (highly desirable).
• Formal technical training in automotive mechanic/technology (ASE Certified or similar certification).
• Formal training in electronic instrumentation.