Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in California
Equipment Maintenance Technician jobs in California concentrate in manufacturing, food and beverage processing, aerospace, and utilities, with demand running from entry-level technicians to senior maintenance specialists across the state's largest industrial corridors. The heaviest hiring happens in Los Angeles, the Inland Empire, and the San Francisco Bay Area, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Anheuser-Busch, and Pacific Gas and Electric maintain substantial facilities and ongoing maintenance programs. The most sought-after specialties in California are predictive maintenance, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and industrial electrical troubleshooting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description
This position will work the night shift, 6pm – 6am, Sunday - Tuesday
including every alternating Wednesday.
Our team at Bloom Energy embraces the unprecedented opportunity to change the way companies utilize energy. Our technology empowers businesses and communities to responsibly take charge of their energy. Our energy platform has three key value propositions: resiliency, sustainability, and predictability. We provide infrastructure that is flexible for the evolving net zero ecosystem. We have deployed more than 30,000 fuel cell modules since our first commercial shipments in 2009, sending energy platforms to data centers, hospitals, manufacturing facilities, biotechnology facilities, major retail stores, financial institutions, telecom facilities, utilities, and other critical infrastructure customers around the world.
Our mission is to make clean, reliable energy affordable globally. We never stop striving to improve our technology, to expand and improve our company performance, and to develop and support the many talented employees that serve our mission!
We are looking for an Equipment Maintenance Technician to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This role will report to the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor and will be based in Fremont, CA. This is a fully on-site, in office role five days a week.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and repair automated equipment in Stack Manufacturing
- Perform machine installations or modification per instructions
- Execute and track preventive maintenance activities
- Evaluate equipment and create maintenance procedures as requested
- Suggest improvements for tool set
- Help implement upgrades to machines
- Assist with manufacturing when required
- Support equipment testing group
- Ensure proper LOTO compliance
Skills and Experience:
- 8+ years’ experience in a high capacity manufacturing environment.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Experience with Automated Equipment.
- Good Attendance, Initiative, responsible follow through and a willingness to help.
- Understands how to read PLC schematics and diagnose issues.
- Able to troubleshoot and correct digital and analog I/O issues.
- Strong trouble-shooting skills required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and effective communicator.
- Able to follow both written and verbal instructions.
- Must have computer skills, minimum Microsoft office.
- Demonstrated ability to use small hand and power tools, previous experience with p.c. based testing equipment is preferred.
- Excellent hand and eye coordination is needed.
- Complete tasks within standard times with minimum supervision.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
- Must be able to work in a fast pace manufacturing environment.
- Must be flexible with changing shift or work schedule.
Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.
Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.
Salary Ranges:
$35.98 - $51.76
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Equipment Maintenance Technician Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Tesla12

- FujiFilm3

- Recology2

- TTM Technologies2

- Ichor Systems2

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
- Distribution & Wholesale
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment maintenance technician jobs across California.
- Minimum two years of hands-on industrial or commercial equipment maintenance experience
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics
- Experience with preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments
- Ability to diagnose and repair PLC-controlled or automated production equipment
- Valid California driver's license for facilities requiring travel between multiple sites
Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a equipment maintenance technician in California?
The most direct path is completing an associate degree or certificate in industrial maintenance technology, mechatronics, or a related field from a California community college, many of which offer programs aligned with local industry needs. California does not require a single statewide license for general equipment maintenance technicians, but roles involving electrical work may require a California Electrical Certification through the Department of Industrial Relations. Candidates with OSHA safety training and certifications from recognized bodies like NIMS or SMRP typically move through hiring faster.
Which companies hire equipment maintenance technicians in California?
Companies currently hiring equipment maintenance technicians in California include Tesla, FujiFilm, and Recology, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of aerospace manufacturers, food processing plants, and large utilities means steady, year-round demand for maintenance technicians across both private industry and publicly regulated facilities.
Which California cities have the most equipment maintenance technician jobs?
Fremont, Santa Clara, and Santa Ana post the most equipment maintenance technician openings in California. Los Angeles and the Inland Empire are driven by aerospace, logistics, and food manufacturing, while the Bay Area's concentration of semiconductor fabs, biotech facilities, and utility infrastructure creates demand in cities like Fremont and San Jose that might otherwise seem smaller than their job volume suggests.
Are there remote equipment maintenance technician jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of equipment maintenance technician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role is by nature. The small slice of remote work in this field tends to involve remote monitoring of equipment systems, maintenance scheduling, or technical support roles that don't require a technician to be physically on the floor.
How can I get hired as a equipment maintenance technician in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a maintenance technician apprenticeship or registered pre-apprenticeship program through California's Division of Apprenticeship Standards, which connects candidates with employers willing to train. Large California employers in food processing and utilities, including those operating in the Central Valley and Inland Empire, regularly hire maintenance helpers or equipment operators as a stepping stone into technician roles. A completed certificate from a California community college and a forklift or OSHA 10 credential give first-time applicants a meaningful edge.
Where can I find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and metro areas. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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