Senior Mechatronics Automation Technician - 2nd Shift

Hunter-Industries; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Amazing corporate culture

Park-like campus with trails

On-site wellness center and fitness

Fun company events

Donation matching and volunteer awards

Career development opportunities and P

Profit sharing bonus

Job summary

Hunter Industries is a global leader in irrigation, outdoor lighting, dispensing technology, and custom manufacturing. This role focuses on advanced diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and system upgrades for molding/production equipment on a 2nd shift, onsite in California.

You will train peers, troubleshoot electromechanical systems, and contribute to equipment reliability and performance. The company emphasizes career development, a strong benefits package, and a welcoming culture, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Automation Maintenance/Electromechanical Technician Certification preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in automation maintenance or related field.
• Ability to read ladder logic and PLC ladder diagrams; upload/download PLC programs.
• Strong knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic, and electrical theory.
• Proficiency with power and hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Excellent English communication and MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on molding/production machines and related equipment.
• Perform machine start-up, setup, and changeovers; resupply equipment with consumables.
• Move machines and install redesigned parts and systems.
• Train other technicians in equipment repair and maintenance.
• Document repairs and maintenance using proper documentation procedures.
• Propose and implement improvements; modify PLC programs as needed.
• Coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities; communicate with production team.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Ladder logic reading

PLC ladder diagrams

Power and hand tools

Engineering drawings interpretation

English communication

Microsoft Office

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Automation Maintenance/Electromechanical Technician Certification

Tools

PLC programming

Electrical testing devices

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hunter Industries is a global leader in irrigation, outdoor lighting, dispensing technology, and custom manufacturing. This role focuses on advanced diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and system upgrades for molding/production equipment on a 2nd shift, onsite in California.

You will train peers, troubleshoot electromechanical systems, and contribute to equipment reliability and performance. The company emphasizes career development, a strong benefits package, and a welcoming culture, with