Maintenance Technician II

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician II – $27.40–$36/hr | 6-Month Contract | M–F 7:00 AM–3:30 PM | Richmond, CA

Two Openings Available

Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who thrives in a high-impact manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy troubleshooting complex equipment, working with automation systems, and partnering with engineers to keep operations running at peak performance?

We are seeking a skilled  Maintenance Technician II to support a chemical manufacturing facility producing advanced life science materials including chromatography resins, liquid buffers, monomer solutions, oils, and other specialty products. This role sits within a multidisciplinary Manufacturing Science & Technology team focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

If you enjoy solving mechanical and automation challenges while contributing to products that support scientific advancement, this role offers both technical depth and meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do

• Perform  preventative maintenance and complex troubleshooting on production equipment
• Conduct  production setup of manufacturing equipment
• Assist with  equipment installation and startup under engineering direction
• Interpret  blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical specifications
• Support  engineering initiatives, parts qualification, and process evaluations
• Contribute to  Continuous Improvement and First Pass Yield initiatives
• Document work activities in  CMMS systems
• Make proactive recommendations to enhance preventative maintenance programs
• Provide basic guidance or training to lower-level technicians when needed
• Collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to maintain infrastructure reliability

Equipment & Systems You’ll Work With

Process Equipment

• Glass-lined reactors with heating systems
• Semi-automated fill and dispense lines
• Air classifiers
• Wet sizing units
• Inline mixing systems

Instrumentation

• Control valves
• Temperature, pressure, and speed transmitters

Automation Systems

• Allen Bradley RS Logix
• ControlLogix / CompactLogix
• Automation Direct HMIs
• PLC systems

What You Bring

• High school diploma, trade school certification, GED, or equivalent
• 2+ years of related maintenance experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong troubleshooting ability across mechanical, electrical, and automated systems
• Advanced knowledge in at least one skilled craft area
• Proficiency with tools and diagnostic equipment
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Experience working with CMMS systems
• Working knowledge of PC systems and MS Office
• Ability to prioritize work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
• Strong communication skills and a solutions-oriented mindset
• Required licensure if applicable

Why This Role Stands Out

• Competitive pay: $27.40–$36/hour
• Stable weekday schedule:  Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
• Exposure to advanced chemical manufacturing systems
• Opportunity to collaborate closely with engineers and scientists
• Meaningful impact in a highly regulated, precision-driven production environment
• Two openings available — strong performers can make immediate contributions

If you’re a technically curious, mechanically inclined professional who enjoys improving systems and ensuring seamless production flow, this is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in a cutting-edge manufacturing setting.

TCWGlobal is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.