Job Title- Maintenance Technician I
Location- Irvine, CA 92614
Duration- 5 months
 

Shift time will vary slightly but candidates should have flexibility within the hours of 8am - 6pm

There will be a short quiz sent via a Microsoft Forms link that should be completed for shortlisted candidates before they are selected for interview.

Summary:

• The Maintenance & Build Technician (I) is a critical contributor in a mission that truly represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join a company that is making significant investments in establishing US manufacturing, expanding internationally, and delivering a consistent cadence of product innovations to the market and investing in its people. This is an 8-hour rotating shift.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for construction, repairs, and troubleshooting of highly automated and advanced manufacturing equipment necessary to produce our signature product. This individual will be responsible for learning and understanding specific machine build requirements, troubleshooting new components, and be able to use some power-tools safely and effectively to create the final product. This position requires mechanical aptitude, technical ability, machine troubleshooting, proficiency with hand/power tools, inspection equipment, problem-solving skills, and the willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Follow all policies and procedures including safety and quality standards.
• Read and understand a prints/drawings and be capable of constructing assemblies accordingly.
• Proficient in utilization of power tools including saws, drills, grinders, polishers, etc.
• Perform equipment setup, operation, testing, and repair to meet all standards for safety, quality, and efficiency. These tasks must be completed under minimal supervision.
• Build, diagnose, and repair electromechanical systems on equipment.
• Executes equipment and safety inspections, and generates emergency, corrective, and/or preventative work orders as needed.
• Excellent attention to detail, good organization, and capable of working independently with minimal instruction.
• Perform various equipment preventive maintenance tasks (i.e., cleaning, inspection, and lubrication) while working with small, machined parts.
• Thoroughly document maintenance activity using the maintenance database, adequately communicate issues to appropriate employees in a timely manner(e.g., other maintenance techs, operators, engineers, supervisors, group message boards, etc.)
• Troubleshoot and identify potential solutions for mechanical errors, safety issues, or general operating inefficiencies with assembly production processes.
• Utilize and update basic databases to reflect corrective actions taken and materials consumed and analyze data to be able to root cause issues.
• Direct hands-on involvement in installation, start-up, qualification, and debugging of new automation, including basic wiring and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, quality policies, and employee guidelines.
• This is a hands-on role, requiring the candidate to take on project work assigned as an individual contributor, or as a participant on cross functional teams, as well as being able to utilize tools to inspect, repair, assemble, and maintain equipment.

Education and Experience:
Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• At least 1-3 years of experience working with hand tools on manufacturing equipment, construction, HVAC, Automotive, etc. executing repair and maintenance activities.
• Basic computer skills and use of MS Office applications.
• Written and verbal English communication skills.

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• Precise component assembly
• Experience working and debugging automated equipment.
• Experience working with Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs).
• Mechanical Aptitude – Knowledge of and experience with automated machines and tools, including design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Familiar with specific manufacturing processes such as inspection, drilling/tapping, cutting of materials, and electronic controls.
• Familiar with typical sensors on automated equipment including pressure switches, inductive sensors, photoelectric sensors, reed switches, and load cells.
• Technical knowledge of cam driven linkages, discrete component assembly and automation

Physical Requirements (if applicable):

• Required to stand for at least 75% of working time per shift, with walking at least 50% of working time per shift.
• Required to reach above shoulder frequently and below waist occasionally.
• Required to push and pull.
• Ability to lift 50lbs occasionally, 5-30lbs frequently.
• Ability to work in tight spaces.
• Able to work any shift.

 

About Us: SPECTRAFORCE is one of the fastest-growing workforce solutions firms in the United States. As a diversity-owned business, we place human connection at the heart of everything we do, building strong relationships with both clients and candidates to fill roles successfully. Our teams in North and Central America and India serve more than 150 Fortune clients globally, leveraging custom AI technology to provide direct hire, executive search, nearshoring, offshoring, and project staffing solutions.
 
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
 
California Applicant Notice: SPECTRAFORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.
 
LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer. 


At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $27.00/hr.