Maintenance Mechanic Technician (2nd Shift)

Maintenance Mechanic Technician (2nd Shift: 2:00-10:30pm)

Quantum Fuel Systems /

Reports to: Facilities Manager

Location:  Lake Forest, CA (onsite at company headquarters)

Employment type:  Full-time

FLSA:  Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $30-$36/hour

JOB PURPOSE

The Maintenance Mechanic Technician must have the skill and flexibility to work on any equipment within the facility and support all departments within the company.

The desired applicant is an experienced Maintenance Mechanic Technician able to provide preventative maintenance and repairs of numerous types of industrial machinery. The applicant must troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues and suggest the best course of action, whether to repair in-house or to seek a qualified outside source. The ability to read and follow electrical schematics to diagnose failures is a must. Basic plumbing and industrial wiring and tracking HAZMAT-related items will also be the candidate’s responsibility. Learning Quantum rules regarding safety and enforcing employee safety is also the responsibility of this position. This position leans heavily toward troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be willing to work under pressure to repair equipment.
• Works with a sense of urgency to get equipment back up and running.
• Conduct repair failures of production and facilities equipment.
• Ensure maximum equipment efficiency, effectiveness, and reliability.
• Respond to maintenance calls and help to complete a repair that has already been started.
• Inspect machines, develop repair lists, and identify short-term and long-term repairs so that machines run correctly.
• Be able to work from task lists when diagnosing machines and taking corrective actions.
• Oversee the routine facility maintenance – pumps, lighting, compressors, ovens, production equipment.
• Support in assessing and repairing potential safety hazards.
• Ensure Hazmat materials are stored, handled, and disposed of properly.
• Able to perform light machining operations using such equipment as a vertical milling machine and a lathe.
• Ability to perform welding and fabricating operations as needed.
• Work closely with Engineering and Quality departments to ensure improvement of operations, utilizing process simplification and automation as appropriate.
• Seek ideas from the manufacturing team to improve the work environment.
• Flexible schedule. This person must be able to respond to emergencies outside of regular office hours. Must be prepared to support facility-related projects on weekends and evening hours as required.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair production equipment, assess problems as needed.
• Ensure Preventative Maintenance procedures are implemented, modified, and followed as needed.
• Assist in the selection of new equipment and ensure any new acquisitions are properly installed.
• Provide cross-training to less experienced team members.
• Must be able to assist entry-level mechanics with difficult repairs.
• Responsible for securing quotes from outside contractors and ensuring job completion.

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have five (5) years of professional technical experience which includes experience in diagnosing and performing mechanical systems repair, electrical systems repair, and routine preventative maintenance.
• Ability to draw and read electrical and hydraulic schematics and diagrams.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, customers, management and respond to instructions/assignments.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Ability to recommend, order, receive, and install replacement parts on a variety of equipment.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook sufficient to document repair activities, log maintenance records, and communicate work orders and updates across departments.
• Strong communication skills required, both verbal and written; bilingual English/Spanish ability is a plus in our diverse work environment.
• Work with high-pressure gas (10,000 psi)
• This position may require driving for business purposes. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, have access to a reliable vehicle, and maintain the necessary insurance coverage.

PREFERRED, NOT REQUIRED

• HAZMAT Certification
• Trade certification (welding, electrical, construction)
• PLC Programming experience
• Natural gas controls

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is primarily a manual labor position requiring the employee to spend approximately 8 hours per day in a shop environment. They will be walking and standing for extended periods reaching with hands and arms operating equipment, occasionally required to sit, crouch, and kneel. Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus. Must be able to lift 75 pounds.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

Quantum Fuel Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees can thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, Quantum Fuel Systems provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of employment, including the application and interview process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of a job or to participate in the application process, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io so that we may engage in the interactive process to identify an appropriate accommodation.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance where applicable.

Benefits

• Health care plans (medical, dental & vision) - choose from 2 HMO and 2 PPO medical plans
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Retirement plan (401k) with company match
• Life insurance (basic, voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick & selected holidays)
• Family leave (maternity/paternity)
• Short & long term disability plans