Equipment Maintenance Technician

Equipment Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a skilled Equipment Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance, service, and repairs of a complex nature on assigned equipment or systems. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining existing mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic equipment, including welders, sewing machines, presses, and CNCs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and accurately follow detailed operational instructions and blueprints for jobs and setup operations while conducting maintenance activities.
• Administer the preventive maintenance system and provide required reports as specified in the CMMS.
• Determine preventative maintenance requirements for new equipment and train equipment operators to perform routine maintenance.
• Maintain a safe and effective work area/environment using appropriate personal protective and safety equipment.
• Support the Facilities Function as needed.
• Perform complex skilled work across multiple functions and operations of the preventive maintenance system.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting and programming.
• Strong skills in pneumatic systems and mechanical repair.
• Competence in electrical troubleshooting and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with manufacturing automation.
• Advanced knowledge of electromechanical and mechanical components and equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 5-7 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial background.
• Ability to read and communicate in English.
• Capability to recognize and solve typical problems from established operating procedures and/or scientific methods.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting documents, schematics, and blueprints.
• Experience in operating forklifts and other powered equipment.
• Experience in working within a team environment and adaptability to changes in work requirements.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Bachelor's degree required if intending to move into leadership roles.

Why Work Here?

Join a team-oriented culture that includes both permanent and temporary employees. Enjoy perks such as abundant parking with badge access, production stoppages for thank-you events, free coffee, and affordable food options. Once permanent, employees receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, generous holiday and vacation time, retirement benefits with 401(k) company match, and opportunities for diversity and inclusion through Business Resource Groups.

Work Environment

This role operates on a first shift, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with optional overtime up to 10% per year based on production needs. The work environment is a manufacturing setting that can occasionally be loud, requiring safety glasses and steel toe shoes (provided on the first day). The assignment is a 90-working day temp-to-hire position, approximately 4-5 months, where attendance and tenure are highly valued.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Simi Valley, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Simi Valley, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.