Industrial Technician Jobs in California

Industrial Technician jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, oil and gas processing, and utilities across a seniority range from entry-level to senior and lead roles. Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego drive the bulk of hiring, where established employers such as Northrop Grumman, Chevron, and Applied Materials maintain large California operations. The most in-demand specialties are PLC troubleshooting and automation, precision machining, and electrical and instrumentation maintenance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles81+
Top employerABM Industries
Top citySanta Clara, CA
Cities hiring29
Work type93% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Morris Material Handling, Inc.
Industrial Technician - Livermore, CA
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Industrial Technician - Livermore, CA
Morris Material Handling, Inc.
Livermore, California
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
On-Site
High School

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Konecranes
Industrial Technician
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Industrial Technician
Konecranes
Livermore, California
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$22 - $48/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Konecranes
Industrial Technician
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Industrial Technician
Konecranes
Livermore, California
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$22 - $48/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Honeywell
Sr Industrial Maintenance Technician
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Sr Industrial Maintenance Technician
Honeywell
Ontario, California
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
$31 - $35/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Anheuser-Busch
Weekend Industrial Maintenance Technician
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Weekend Industrial Maintenance Technician
Anheuser-Busch
Los Angeles, California
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
$41.34/hr
On-Site
High School

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Industrial Technician Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Santa Clara
15 jobs
Los Angeles
8 jobs
San Francisco
8 jobs
Cupertino
7 jobs
San Jose
7 jobs
San Diego
5 jobs
Livermore
3 jobs
Carlsbad
2 jobs
Irvine
2 jobs

Industrial Technician Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • ABM Industries
    ABM Industries13
  • Apple
    Apple8
  • Applied Materials
    Applied Materials8
  • Cisco
    Cisco4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware28
  • Consulting & Professional Services17
  • Technology & Software13
  • Construction & Real Estate5
  • Manufacturing5

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in industrial technician jobs across California.

  • Associate degree or certificate in industrial technology, mechatronics, or electronics
  • Hands-on experience with PLCs, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automated production systems
  • Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings
  • Familiarity with California OSHA Title 8 safety regulations and lockout/tagout procedures
  • Experience with predictive and preventive maintenance programs in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for electromechanical equipment with minimal supervision

Industrial Technician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an industrial technician in California?

Most industrial technician roles in California are entered through an associate degree or vocational certificate in industrial technology, mechatronics, electronics, or a related field from a California community college. California does not require a single state license for the general title, but roles in specific sectors carry additional requirements: technicians working on electrical systems may need a California Electrician Certification through the Division of Apprenticeship Standards, and those in petroleum or chemical processing often need HAZWOPER training recognized by Cal/OSHA. Employers in aerospace and semiconductor manufacturing typically add internal certification programs on top of formal education.

How much do industrial technicians make in California?

Industrial technicians in California earn a median of about $79,070 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,590 for the lowest 10% to over $105,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire industrial technicians in California?

Employers hiring industrial technicians in California right now include ABM Industries, Apple, and Applied Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and large oil refinery operators means sustained demand across multiple industry verticals throughout the year.

Which California cities have the most industrial technician jobs?

Santa Clara, Los Angeles, and San Francisco have the most industrial technician openings in California. Los Angeles anchors demand through its aerospace and defense manufacturing base, San Diego draws heavily from defense contractors and biotech equipment operations, and the Bay Area reflects the semiconductor and clean-energy manufacturing clusters concentrated in Silicon Valley and the East Bay.

Are there remote industrial technician jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Industrial technician work is inherently hands-on, requiring on-site equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, so fully remote positions make up a small share of openings. About 7% of industrial technician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those that qualify tend to involve technical documentation, remote monitoring of automated systems, or vendor support coordination rather than direct machine work.

How can I get hired as an industrial technician in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a registered apprenticeship through the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards, which connects candidates with paid, on-the-job training at manufacturing and utility employers without prior experience required. Community college programs across the state, including at schools like Los Angeles Trade-Technical College and San Diego City College, offer associate degrees with industry-partnered labs that many California manufacturers treat as a hiring pipeline. Candidates who earn a CompTIA Industrial Technology certificate or complete OSHA 10 or 30-hour training before applying stand out for entry-level maintenance technician and production support roles, which are the most common stepping-stone positions.

Where can I find and apply to industrial technician jobs in California?

You can find and apply to industrial technician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly through the listings.

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