Maintenance Technician

Location:

San Diego, CA
Pay Rate: $26.75 – $40.75 per hour

Schedule:

1st shift 5:00am
-1:30pm

Looking for Maintenance Technician jobs in San Diego where your technical skills keep equipment operating at its best? This opportunity allows you to troubleshoot problems, perform repairs, and help maintain the systems that keep production moving safely and efficiently.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role. This opportunity is based on a Maintenance Technician career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

• Perform advanced preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues.
• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, rebuild, and replace machine components to minimize downtime.
• Conduct equipment performance testing using diagnostic instruments including voltmeters, pressure gauges, and other testing tools.
• Read and work from blueprints, schematics, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Maintain spare parts inventory, manage maintenance-related budgets, and procure necessary materials.
• Perform equipment safety inspections and support forklift, LOTO, and safety training programs.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, environmental regulations, and workplace safety policies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve production efficiency through Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support production operations and perform additional maintenance duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift Certification required.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Certification required.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and maintenance documentation.
• Basic math skills including measurements, calculations, and problem-solving.

• 8+ years of manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience with preventive maintenance (PM) software and spare parts inventory management.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, and quality systems (ISO/AS certifications) preferred.

• Regularly lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive movements for extended periods.
• Use hands and fingers to safely operate tools, instruments, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Workplace committed to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

As a Maintenance Technician you will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support safe and efficient operations. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose equipment issues, replace worn components, document completed work, and work closely with production and operations teams to minimize downtime while maintaining quality and safety standards.

A Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the equipment and systems that keep business operations running efficiently. This role combines mechanical knowledge, technical problem-solving, and hands-on repair skills to support reliable production and facility performance.

Successful Maintenance Technician candidates understand how mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems work together to support daily operations. They use technical knowledge, diagnostic skills, and preventative maintenance practices to identify issues before they become major problems and to restore equipment when repairs are needed.

The role requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work safely while responding to changing maintenance priorities. Individuals who enjoy troubleshooting, working with machinery, and solving technical challenges are well suited for this profession.