Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (PLC/VFD)

SkillSetGroup

Commerce, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, Arterial Lines, Best Practices, Blueprints, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Conveyor Systems, Corrective Action, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Food Production, Food and Beverage Industry, High Voltage (HV), Housekeeping/Cleaning, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Record Keeping, Reliability Engineering, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Servomechanism, Team Player, Technical Writing, Variable Speed Drive (VSD)
LOCATION
Commerce, CA
POSTED
9 days ago

A day in the life

It’s early in Commerce, CA 90040. You walk the production floor, ears tuned to the rhythm of conveyors and servo motors. A line pause flashes on the HMI—an Allen-Bradley PLC fault. You trace the issue through schematics, verify a VFD parameter, and within minutes, the system is humming again. Later, you inspect hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, log preventive actions, and collaborate with operators on a process tweak that boosts uptime. Before you wrap, you lend a hand installing a new piece of equipment and tidy the shop so the next emergency can be answered in seconds—not minutes.

Role highlights

  • Execute routine and corrective maintenance on plant machinery and equipment to keep operations running safely and efficiently.
  • Perform inspections and document findings to ensure compliance with safety standards and company procedures.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, including high-voltage systems, using manuals, schematics, and meters.
  • Diagnose and resolve PLC and VFD problems; work primarily with Allen-Bradley platforms.
  • Service and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems; support servo-driven equipment.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
  • Respond quickly to work orders and emergencies with a focus on root-cause fixes.
  • Assist with installation, wiring, and commissioning of new equipment and systems.
  • Partner with operations and fellow technicians to improve reliability and throughput.
  • Keep the maintenance shop and work areas orderly and clean.

Your background

  • Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician, industrial mechanic, or similar role.
  • Broad understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.
  • Comfortable reading and interpreting technical manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
  • Strong troubleshooting mindset with attention to detail and safety.
  • Clear communicator and effective team player.
  • Flexible to work varied hours, including weekends when needed.
  • Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation.

Where you’ll excel

  • PLC troubleshooting
  • Food and Beverage Manufacturing environments
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • High voltage systems
  • Maintenance and repair best practices
  • Hydraulic systems and components
  • Electrical schematic reading
  • Equipment installation and wiring
  • Equipment repair and maintenance

Tech you’ll touch

  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) – Allen-Bradley
  • Conveyor systems
  • Servo motors

Location & schedule

Based on-site at our facility in Commerce, CA 90040. Schedule flexibility is required to support production needs, including occasional weekends.

About the Company

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SkillSetGroup

SkillsetGroup was founded on the mission of creating a culture that supports long term retention, both internally, as well as for our candidates and our customers. By providing our customers with the highest levels of customer service, our reputation as a leader in the staffing industry continues to grow. Today, SkillsetGroup is the #1 fastest growing staffing company in California and #3 in the United States.

SkillsetGroup together with its subsidiaries, provides workforce solutions to various industries within the United States. The company offers trained employees for Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Clerical, Engineering, Manufacturing, Technology, Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Food & Beverage, Government, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, Plastics, Warehouse and Distribution for temporary, full-time and senior-level project professionals. SkillsetGroup also provides scientists, and scientific and clinical research workforce solutions; engineering professionals and information technology specialists across various disciplines. Further, the company provides integrated talent management solutions, including contingent workforce outsourcing, business process outsourcing, recruitment process outsourcing, independent contractor, payroll process outsourcing, and career transition and executive coaching and development solutions. SkillsetGroup was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Santa Ana, CA.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://skillsetgroup.com/