Mold Maintenance Technician: Troubleshoot & Optimize

Rain Bird; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Rain Bird seeks a Mold Technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair injection molds and related equipment. You will work closely with Toolmakers and the Tooling Engineer to perform mold maintenance, fabricate components, and support engineering changes.

The ideal candidate has technical training or a related degree, 3–5 years tooling maintenance experience, and hands-on skills with conventional machining and CAD tools. A proactive, detail-oriented approach and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Technical training and/or relevant experience in machining, mold maintenance, or related manufacturing disciplines.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, tooling, and engineering drawings.
• Proficient in using conventional machining equipment such as drill presses, milling machines, and lathes.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration.
• Detailed problem-solving and high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold maintenance and repairs per plan; analyze issues and implement corrective actions.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot molds, hot runner systems, and tooling; interpret drawings.
• Complete work orders on schedule; provide updates and follow-up actions.
• Support production standards and continuous improvement.
• Maintain safety, environmental compliance, and a clean workspace.
• Uphold 5S housekeeping and participate in training programs.
• Collaborate with Toolmakers and Tooling Engineer.

Skills

Machining

Mold maintenance

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

Job description

Rain Bird seeks a Mold Technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair injection molds and related equipment. You will work closely with Toolmakers and the Tooling Engineer to perform mold maintenance, fabricate components, and support engineering changes.

The ideal candidate has technical training or a related degree, 3–5 years tooling maintenance experience, and hands-on skills with conventional machining and CAD tools. A proactive, detail-oriented approach and strong teamwork are essential.