Senior Maintenance Tech — Equipment & PLC Automation

Avecia Pharma; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydranautics, a leader in membrane solutions and part of the Nitto Group, is seeking a skilled maintenance professional. The role focuses on highly complex electrical, mechanical, and automation systems maintenance, including PLC programming and ladder logic, to support our global membrane operations.

You will train technicians and contribute to safety-compliant equipment care. The position emphasizes diagnosing and repairing automation problems, implementing capital equipment upgrades, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 6 years’ experience in an automation environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic processes and repair methods.
• Must understand PLC ladder logic and text-based programs within control systems.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and manuals.
• Ability to train others in maintenance techniques and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Check operation of machines and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic systems.
• Perform highly complex preventative and predictive maintenance using various tools.
• Troubleshoot controls on manufacturing equipment for rebuilding or repair.
• Diagnose PLC issues with robots and related logic programs.
• Modify and rebuild equipment to meet production demands with engineering support.
• Lead installation of new capital equipment and maintain electrical/building systems.
• Maintain work orders and document maintenance actions clearly for history.
• Follow OSHA/Cal OSHA standards and continue education or training.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

PLC ladder logic

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Train others

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ERP System

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hydranautics, a leader in membrane solutions and part of the Nitto Group, is seeking a skilled maintenance professional. The role focuses on highly complex electrical, mechanical, and automation systems maintenance, including PLC programming and ladder logic, to support our global membrane operations.

You will train technicians and contribute to safety-compliant equipment care. The position emphasizes diagnosing and repairing automation problems, implementing capital equipment upgrades, and