Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianLocation: Oxnard, CAEmployment Type: Full-TimePay: $18–$22/hour (DOE)

Job Summary

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on manufacturing equipment and facility systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues to minimize production downtime
• Support production operations through equipment setup, maintenance, and technical assistance

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues
• Complete general facility maintenance and repairs
• Set up and operate machine tools as needed
• Troubleshoot production equipment and implement corrective actions
• Perform equipment inspections and identify potential maintenance concerns
• Use measuring and testing equipment to verify machine performance
• Maintain maintenance records and communicate repair status to management
• Support production personnel with technical troubleshooting and equipment operation
• Follow all company safety procedures and maintenance standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Previous maintenance, manufacturing, or industrial repair experience preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills required
• Ability to read and follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to learn
• Valid California driver's license required

Skills

• Preventive maintenance
• Equipment repair
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Machine setup
• Problem-solving

Equipment Experience

• Hand and power tools
• Manufacturing and production machinery
• Welders, grinders, presses, and lathes
• Forklifts and material handling equipment
• Measuring tools including calipers and micrometers
• Electrical testing equipment and meters

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing environment
• Exposure to machinery, oils, grease, dust, and varying temperatures
• Fast-paced production setting requiring attention to detail and safety

Physical Requirements

• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching
• Ability to climb ladders and work around industrial equipment
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment

Additional Requirements

• Must wear required PPE including safety glasses and steel-toe footwear
• Strong attendance and reliability required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team