Automation Technician

Signal Hill, CA 90755

Employment Type: Contract to Hire Industry: Technician Job Number: 22448 Pay Rate: 40-47

Job Description

Maintenance Technician Position Summary
Seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, set up, and improve manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical skills, enjoys working with machinery, and can troubleshoot problems independently.

PLC programming and troubleshooting experience is required. An electro-mechanical background is preferred.
Key Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing and automation equipment.

  • Set up, test, and adjust machinery for production.

  • Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, sensor, and controls issues.

  • Install and replace components such as sensors, motors, switches, valves, and actuators.

  • Troubleshoot and make changes to PLC and HMI systems.

  • Perform preventive maintenance and help reduce equipment downtime.

  • Modify or build basic fixtures, brackets, guards, and machine components.

  • Work with engineering and production to resolve equipment issues.

  • Help production employees with machine setup and basic troubleshooting.

  • Document repairs, equipment settings, and maintenance work.

  • Follow safety and lockout/tagout procedures.
Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, machine building, automation, mechatronics, or related work.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on machinery experience.

  • PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.

  • Experience with hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.

  • Ability to troubleshoot problems and identify the root cause.

  • Ability to read basic mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.

  • Reliable, independent, and able to work through problems.

  • Comfortable working with engineering and production teams.

  • Strong commitment to safety.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, AutomationDirect, or similar PLCs.

  • Experience with electrical systems, wiring, sensors, relays, VFDs, motors, or HMIs.

  • Experience with pneumatic systems.

  • Experience setting up or commissioning manufacturing equipment or assembly lines.

  • Technical degree, trade school, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience.

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Meet Your Recruiter

Shawna Lindsey
Recruiter

Shawna joined Marquee Staffing as a Recruiter, bringing nearly five years of experience in the service industry and a strong foundation in customer service, communication, and relationship building. Her experience has helped her develop the ability to connect with people from all walks of life, stay organized in fast-paced environments, and provide thoughtful support with a positive attitude.

A proud Cal Poly Pomona University graduate (Go Broncos!), Shawna earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a focus in Management and Human Resources. Her education strengthened her understanding of leadership, employee relations, and the importance of connecting people with opportunities where they can grow and succeed.

At Marquee Staffing, Shawna takes a people-first approach to helping candidates find the right opportunities and supporting clients with care, professionalism, and attention to detail. She enjoys building genuine relationships and helping create meaningful career connections.

Outside of work, Shawna enjoys spending time in nature, sewing, and making memories with family and friends. She is known for her delicious raspberry thumbprint cookies and enjoys finding fun, unexpected adventures in everyday life.

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