Maintenance Mechanic

SelectStaffing

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • $24.50 Per Hour
  • Full-time

Highlights

The ideal candidate will have strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience in a food manufacturing environment and be committed to maintaining equipment reliability, food safety, and production efficiency. Support continuous improvement initiatives to maximize equipment uptime and operational efficiency.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSanta Ana, CA
Job TypeFull-time

Description

Location: Santa Ana 
Shift: 3rd Shift
Schedule: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM
Pay Rate: $24.50 per hour
Availability Requirements: Weekend and Holiday availability required

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our team on 3rd shift. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience in a food manufacturing environment and be committed to maintaining equipment reliability, food safety, and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance and repairs on production and facility equipment.
  • Utilize hands-on experience with:
    • Single-phase and three-phase wiring
    • AC/DC motor controls
    • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), including wiring and programming
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
  • Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Assist production supervisors during equipment malfunctions and production downtime.
  • Follow all food safety, quality, and legal compliance requirements.
  • Request and track parts needed for preventative maintenance (PM) and work orders (WO).
  • Accurately document maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections on logs and reports.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on production and mechanical equipment according to company standards.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to maximize equipment uptime and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Required

  • Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
  • Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Preferred

  • 2-3 years of maintenance mechanic experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
  • Experience working with electrical systems and industrial controls.
  • GMP and HACCP certification (or willingness to obtain company-provided certification).
  • Sit-down and stand-up forklift certification.
  • Boom lift and scissor lift certification.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive pay at $24.50 per hour
  • Stable full-time 3rd shift schedule
  • Opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing equipment
  • Career growth and development opportunities
  • Team-oriented work environment focused on safety and quality

Apply today and become a valuable part of our maintenance team!

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