Equipment Maintenance Technician

Equipment Maintenance TechnicianThe ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the optimal operation of industrial equipment, performing mechanical adjustments, preventive and corrective maintenance, and complying with industrial safety standards.ResponsibilitiesPerform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment.Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic failures.Conduct mechanical adjustments to optimize equipment performance.Ensure compliance with industrial safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.Operate forklifts as needed for maintenance tasks.Record and document maintenance activities in the management system (MaintainX or other CMMS).Participate in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.Monitor equipment performance indicators and propose improvements.Conduct periodic inspections to minimize downtime.Create and update preventive maintenance (PM) documents and equipment operation instructions based on performance data.Maintain and manage critical spare parts inventory for machines.Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers (ME) and Design Engineers.Align work with company goals and objectives.Keep the work area clean and organized, following 5S principles.Availability to work weekends as needed.Essential SkillsAbility to perform preventive and corrective maintenance while diagnosing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic failures on industrial machinery.Strong knowledge and enforcement of workplace safety protocols, specifically Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.Practical experience with mechanical adjustments and forklift operation for maintenance tasks.Ability to write and update preventive maintenance (PM) instructions, standard operating procedures, and technical documentation based on performance data.Proficiency in 5S methodology to maintain clean work areas, along with the flexibility to work weekend hours as needed.Additional Skills & QualificationsHands-on experience utilizing MaintainX or similar Computerized Maintenance Management Systems for task tracking and logging.Prior maintenance experience within electric vehicle (EV), automotive, or advanced manufacturing environments.Demonstrated background working alongside Manufacturing Engineers (MEs) and Design Engineers during equipment installation, commissioning, and continuous improvement projects.Experience overseeing and managing critical spare parts inventory to minimize downtime.Why Work Here?Join a team that values collaboration and innovation in a clean, advanced manufacturing environment. Experience the dynamic field of electric vehicle production with opportunities for growth and learning.Work EnvironmentWork in a large, very clean manufacturing environment with shifts available as follows: 1st shift from 7:00am to 4:30pm, Mon-Fri, and 2nd shift from 4pm to 1:00am, Mon-Fri. Dress code follows safety and industrial standards.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Garden Grove, CA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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)Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Garden Grove, CA.