Maintenance Technician Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

A Maintenance Technician in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. They perform routine checks, diagnose faults, undertake repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions to production processes. They may also assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and provide technical assistance to other staff. They often work in collaboration with other technicians, engineers, and production personnel.

Key skills for this role include mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving capabilities, and a keen attention to detail. A strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems is also beneficial. They should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals. Certain certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or relevant trade certifications may be required. Prior roles a person might have before progressing to a Maintenance Technician include Maintenance Assistant, Production Operator, or an Apprentice in a relevant trade such as Electrician or Mechanic.

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Maintenance Technician II

  • Newark, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Fabricates and assembles structural metal products such as frameworks or shells for machinery, ovens, tanks, and other machines with stainless steel for the food industry by layout and planning sequence...

Industrial Pretreatment Technician

  • Pinole, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pinole, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Description Is a Utilities career right for you? Ask yourself the following questions: Do you want more than a job while working to improve your community's quality of life? Do you want to make a...

Maintenance Worker Helper

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

He/she is frequently exposed to moving objects and sharp edges with the possibility of cuts and bruises and to noise and vibration from machines....

General Maintenance Worker (Recreation & Community Services) (20639114)

  • Newark, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

General Maintenance Worker (Recreation & Community Services) General Maintenance Worker (Recreation & Community Services) Category Recreation Region East Bay Job Type Temporary Close Date...

Quality Technician

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Areas of inspection will include clean room, final assembly inspection, machining, sheet metal fabrication, paint and weld....

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician-1st Shift

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

CNC controlled Haas and Mazak machine tools mills and lathes) Must be able to work in a fast-paced production environment Basic computer skills are essential....

Analytical Lab Technician, Cell Manufacturing

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Cell Manufacturing Analytical Lab Technician will ensure that all material, both incoming & in-process meets Tesla's quality specification requirements. This person will be responsible for...

Maintenance Mechanic III

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Sr. Maintenance Mechanic III Job Description As a Sr. Maintenance Mechanic III, you will lead service technicians on the team in the installation and repair of automated packaging and distribution...

Maintenance Technician (Full Time)

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

We have an opening for a full time MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN position. Location : AstraZeneca - 121 Oyster Point Boulevard South, South San Francisco, CA 94080....

Field Service Technician, Hayward CA

  • Hayward, CA (18 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hayward, CA (18 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, professional turf-care equipment, and ground support equipment....

Maintenance Technician - Day Shift

  • Piedmont, CA (15 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Piedmont, CA (15 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Exhibit good mechanical practices in repair, Pump and Machine alignment, and troubleshooting to eliminate recurring failures....

Engineering Technician, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics

  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Fabrication/machining, 3D printing is a plus...

Machinery Service Technician for CNC and Toolroom Equipment

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

CNC Mills, Lathes, Grinders, Saws, Bridgeport Milling machines and more. ** You will do in house work at our place in FREMONT and also do Field Work at customer locations here in the bay area. ** Get...

Engineering Technician Lead

  • San Carlos, CA (14 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Carlos, CA (14 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

electrical or mechanical trade Experience with industrial environments and procedures Experience working on high voltage systems, battery systems and/or complex electromechanical systems Proficiency with machining...

Service Operations Tooling Technician

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

etc Ability to travel for work as required nationally (periodically) Advantageous: Forklift license Basic knowledge of CAD (3DX, Catia, NX) software Experienced with 3D printed parts, 3D printing machine...

Demographic Data for South San Francisco, CA

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in South San Francisco, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in South San Francisco, CA
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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