Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs in California
Plant Maintenance Technician jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the Inland Empire, where large-scale food processing, semiconductor fabrication, and oil refining keep demand for skilled maintenance professionals consistently high. Employers like Chevron, PG&E, and Tyson Foods maintain significant California operations and are among the most active hirers, with openings at every level from apprentice to senior lead. Electrical systems troubleshooting, HVAC and refrigeration maintenance, and PLC programming are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Engineer C (Unskilled Labor) - Full Time
Shift: 7:00am 3:30pm
Job Description:
PATIENT POPULATION:
The patient population served can be all patients including geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric, and newborn. This also includes services which affect facility staff, physicians, visitors, vendors and the general public.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Engineer C will maintain Hospital buildings and perform minor repairs on lighting, plumbing, electrical and other related systems. Assists medical staff, patients and visitors when needed or requested. Completes required documentation and reports of assigned task.
Must be able to work normal/scheduled working hours to include Holidays, call-backs, weeknights, weekends, and on-call. Agrees to participate, as directed, in emergencies and community disasters during scheduled and unscheduled hours. As a designated disaster service worker you are required to assist in times of need pursuant to the California Emergency Services Act.
(Gov’t. Code §§ 3100, 3102)
Needs to recognize that they have an affirmative duty and responsibility for reporting perceived misconduct, including actual or potential violations of laws, regulations, policies, procedures, or this organization’s standards/code of conduct.
The employee shall work well under pressure, meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines; and the incumbent shall at all times demonstrate a cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a high school diploma or GED. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence if required.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages if
required.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must maintain a valid CA driver's license and current DMV report, the results of which are within acceptable standards as per SVMC policy as a condition of employment. The employee will also be required as a condition of employment to enroll in the DMV Pull Notice program to allow the Hospital to receive notice of any changes in their driving record. The Employee must maintain at least state required limits of liability insurance/evidence of financial responsibility on own vehicles (such limits may not be adequate and employee should consider higher limits for their own protection).
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Engineer C (Unskilled Labor) - Full Time
Shift: 7:00am 3:30pm
Job Description:
PATIENT POPULATION:
The patient population served can be all patients including geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric, and newborn. This also includes services which affect facility staff, physicians, visitors, vendors and the general public.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Engineer C will maintain Hospital buildings and perform minor repairs on lighting, plumbing, electrical and other related systems. Assists medical staff, patients and visitors when needed or requested. Completes required documentation and reports of assigned task.
Must be able to work normal/scheduled working hours to include Holidays, call-backs, weeknights, weekends, and on-call. Agrees to participate, as directed, in emergencies and community disasters during scheduled and unscheduled hours. As a designated disaster service worker you are required to assist in times of need pursuant to the California Emergency Services Act.
(Gov’t. Code §§ 3100, 3102)
Needs to recognize that they have an affirmative duty and responsibility for reporting perceived misconduct, including actual or potential violations of laws, regulations, policies, procedures, or this organization’s standards/code of conduct.
The employee shall work well under pressure, meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines; and the incumbent shall at all times demonstrate a cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a high school diploma or GED. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence if required.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages if
required.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must maintain a valid CA driver's license and current DMV report, the results of which are within acceptable standards as per SVMC policy as a condition of employment. The employee will also be required as a condition of employment to enroll in the DMV Pull Notice program to allow the Hospital to receive notice of any changes in their driving record. The Employee must maintain at least state required limits of liability insurance/evidence of financial responsibility on own vehicles (such limits may not be adequate and employee should consider higher limits for their own protection).
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in plant maintenance technician jobs across California.
- High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in a relevant trade
- Two or more years of industrial or plant maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems
- Familiarity with PLCs and SCADA systems used in automated California manufacturing environments
- Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals accurately
- Physical ability to lift, work at heights, and operate safely in active plant environments
Plant Maintenance Technician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a plant maintenance technician in California?
Most plant maintenance technicians in California enter through a vocational program, community college certificate, or a state-registered apprenticeship in industrial maintenance, electrical work, or mechanics. The California Department of Industrial Relations oversees apprenticeship programs through the Division of Apprenticeship Standards, and completing one provides both paid on-the-job training and a recognized credential. Electrically focused roles often benefit from a California Electrician Certification, issued by the Division of Apprenticeship Standards and required for certain electrical work in California facilities.
Which companies hire plant maintenance technicians in California?
Companies currently hiring plant maintenance technicians in California include Tesla, Providence, and Vestis, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of food manufacturing, energy utilities, and semiconductor fabrication plants means openings exist across a wide range of industrial settings throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most plant maintenance technician jobs?
Los Angeles, Modesto, and Fremont have the most plant maintenance technician openings in California. Los Angeles and its surrounding Inland Empire cities drive the largest share because of their dense concentration of food processing plants, logistics warehouses, and manufacturing facilities, while the Bay Area and Sacramento corridor contribute openings tied to utilities, semiconductor fabrication, and heavy industry.
Are there remote plant maintenance technician jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Plant maintenance technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical equipment, so most roles require a consistent on-site presence. About 0% of plant maintenance technician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve remote monitoring, documentation, or technical support functions rather than direct repair and maintenance work.
How can I get hired as a plant maintenance technician in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a state-registered apprenticeship through California's Division of Apprenticeship Standards, which places candidates directly with sponsoring employers in manufacturing and utilities. Large California employers like PG&E and Chevron run structured maintenance apprenticeship and entry-level technician programs for candidates without prior industry experience. Lateral moves from roles like general production operator, maintenance helper, or facilities assistant are common stepping stones, and an OSHA 10 card or a community college certificate in industrial maintenance gives candidates a meaningful edge.
Where can I find and apply to plant maintenance technician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to plant maintenance technician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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