Senior Maintenance Technician- Night Shift

ZipRecruiter; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to ensure the optimal operation of production equipment. This role involves performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in industrial maintenance, particularly in a food or beverage processing environment. Join a dynamic team that values safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid overtime

Employee discounts

Flexible spending accounts

Vacation and holidays

Short and long-term disability

Qualifications

• 4+ years of industrial maintenance/electrical experience required.
• Experience in food/beverage processing or packaging preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems.
• Maintain spare parts inventory for the plant.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

PLC programming

Knowledge of electrical codes

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Welding skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MIG/TIG/ARC welding equipment

Electrical test equipment

Mobile lift trucks

Job description

Job Description

Repairs, installs, and performs preventive maintenance on all production equipment to ensure that such equipment is in good operable condition at all times. Uses electrical and mechanical expertise to troubleshoot, repair, install, and perform preventive and reactive maintenance on all production equipment accessories to ensure optimal operation.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Install, operate, maintain, check, and troubleshoot all types of A/C and D/C electrical equipment. Install, troubleshoot, and repair solid state and electronic equipment as well as mechanical equipment.
2. Use safe working practices and report/repair any hazard conditions at all times.
3. Inspect machines, perform required tests, and complete all reports and paperwork as required.
4. Perform preventive maintenance and repair work in accordance with A.I.B. standards.
5. Diagnose issues and employ proper troubleshooting procedures to determine when parts need replacement and repairs are necessary.
6. Dismantle, repair, and reassemble gearboxes, fans, conveyors, blowers, compressors, pumps, valves, and mechanical equipment as directed.
7. Dismantle, repair, and reassemble electrical motors, relays, timers, and related electrical equipment.
8. Install and repair electrical conduit, cables, piping, tubing, controls, and grounding as directed.
9. Operate mobile lift trucks and hoisting equipment during maintenance work; possess knowledge of simple rigging for equipment moving and relocation.
10. Assist in maintaining the spare parts inventory for the plant.

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. At least 4 years of industrial maintenance/electrical experience, preferably in a food/beverage processing or packaging environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal electrical codes.
• Certified in PLC programming (e.g., Allen Bradley or equivalent).
• Experience installing, programming, and troubleshooting:

- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

- AC and DC electrical and mechanical equipment

- Electrical conduit, cables, piping, and tubing, including all necessary connections, controls, and grounding

• Ability to read and install complex electrical circuits from wiring diagrams.
• Ability to disassemble, repair, and reassemble gearboxes, fans, conveyors, blowers, compressors, pumps, valves, and related mechanical equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing oven combustion and safety devices.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and compressed air systems, with the ability to read complex diagrams and troubleshoot these systems.
• Experience installing and repairing pneumatic conduit, cables, piping, and tubing, including all necessary connections, controls, and grounding.
• Knowledge of equipment such as MIG/TIG/ARC welding, gas & plasma cutting, power tools, and electrical test equipment.

Work Schedule: 10:00 pm to 6:30 am. Must be able to work weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.

Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with matching, shift differentials, paid overtime, allowances, referral and retention programs, vacation, holidays, and employee discounts.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations during the application process.