Maintenance Mechanic Jobs in California

A Maintenance Mechanic in the maintenance and installation industry is a critical role responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance tasks. This includes repairing or replacing faulty machinery or equipment, troubleshooting technical issues, maintaining tools, and following safety protocols. They are also tasked with inspecting equipment, systems, and structures to identify any defects or malfunctions. In some cases, they may also be required to install new machinery or equipment.

Important skills for a Maintenance Mechanic include mechanical skills, problem-solving skills, physical stamina, and technical knowledge of machinery and equipment. They should also have a strong understanding of safety regulations and guidelines. Certifications such as the Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) or a specific Trade Certification can enhance job prospects. Prior roles that a person may hold before becoming a Maintenance Mechanic could include Maintenance Assistant, Maintenance Technician, or Machine Operator.

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Maintenance Planner / Scheduler – Onsite for ( Cell Therapy )

  • Cube Hub
  • Tarzana, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Tarzana, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Location: Tarzana Duration: 3 months - but could be convert Working Hours: 7:00-3:30 5X weekly onsite Interview Process: Interview Process: 2 rounds 1st: 30 minute screening call 2nd: 2 or 2.5 hr...

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Advanced Technology Services

Maintenance Technician

We are professionals in Industrial Maintenance and we make factories run better. Fundada en 1985, ATS es una empresa con presencia en los Estados Unidos, México y el Reino Unido....

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Commercial Refrigeration Service Field Technician

  • Cypress, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cypress, CA
  • 6 days ago

Orange County Construction Company, seeking qualified employees (Cypress) Compensation: Wage based on experience Employment type: full-time Commercial Refrigeration Service Field Technician...

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Maintenance Technician

  • WestRock
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve...

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Maintenance Technician II - UniFirst

  • UniFirst
  • Manhattan Beach, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Manhattan Beach, CA
  • 8 days ago

Knowledgeable in industrial maintenance of facilities and equipment. Minimum of 1 year of work experience repairing industrial processing equipment in a production environment required....

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Maintenance Technician

  • UniFirst
  • Stockton, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 7 days ago

Our Team is Kind of a Big Deal! UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Maintenance Tech I to join our UniFirst community. As a Team Partner in the Maintenance Department, you will handle...

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Industrial Maintenance Technician

  • Cargill
  • Millbrae, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Millbrae, CA
  • 21 days ago

maintenance technical diploma from a trade school, or 3 years equivalent experience Experience and/or certifications in vertical and centrifugal pump maintenance....

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Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

  • Cargill
  • Montara, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Montara, CA
  • 21 days ago

maintenance technical diploma from a trade school, or 3 years equivalent experience Experience and/or certifications in vertical and centrifugal pump maintenance....

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Maintenance Mechanic

  • Cargill
  • San Leandro, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA
  • 21 days ago

maintenance technical diploma from a trade school, or 3 years equivalent experience Experience and/or certifications in vertical and centrifugal pump maintenance....

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Refrigeration Mechanic

  • Kellanova
  • Morgan Hill, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Morgan Hill, CA
  • 4 days ago

Do you enjoy working hands-on, troubleshooting systems, and keeping critical systems running? Join us as a Refrigeration Mechanic (Ammonia Operator) at our San Jose, CA plant. This is a night...

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Aircraft Maintenance Technician - RW (NE)

  • Med-Trans Corporation
  • Blythe, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Blythe, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) IMMEDIATELY HIRING! A&P Mechanic Rotor Wing FULL-TIME Opportunity in Parker, AZ Starting Salary: $76,330 - $110,643 annually (including 17% geo modifier) IA...

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Engineering Maintenance Technician

  • Amazon Data Services, Inc.
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Join our dynamic team and become a critical guardian of technological infrastructure! As a Data Center Engineering Technician, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining the heartbeat of...

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Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

  • Kellanova
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 5 days ago

Join us as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in our San Jose, CA plant....

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Maintenance Mechanic - Aerospace Manufacturing (2nd Shift 2:30pm - 11:00pm)

  • Consolidated Precision Products
  • Cudahy, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Cudahy, CA
  • 21 days ago

Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) in Cudahy is currently looking for a Maintenance Mechanic for 2nd Shift (2:30pm -11:00pm) to join our team!...

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Maintenance Technician

  • MCC
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fullerton, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...

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Salary for Maintenance Mechanic Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Mechanic positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Mechanics in California offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.6%
Associate's Degree
16.7%
Bachelor's Degree
14.1%
Master's Degree
3.6%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Mechanics in California
2-4 years
47.2%
1-2 years
26.6%
4-6 years
18.9%
Less than 1 year
3.5%
10+ years
2.8%
6-8 years
0.8%
8-10 years
0.2%
None
0.1%


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