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Maintenance Mechanic (Process Maintenance)**

Location: Vacaville, CA

Pay Rate: $40 – $44.95/hr (W2)

Shift Options (Day Shift):

Front Half: Sunday – Wednesday (Wednesday follows 3-4-3 rotation)
Back Half: Wednesday – Saturday (Wednesday follows 3-4-3 rotation)

About the Role

Our client is a global leader in life sciences, operating across five continents. The organization thrives on innovation driven by talented individuals working collaboratively to create impactful solutions.

The Process Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maximizing equipment uptime by performing preventive and corrective maintenance, ensuring smooth manufacturing operations in a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repair on equipment including valves, centrifuges, pumps, autoclaves, washers, tanks, and piping systems
Execute preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure equipment reliability
Maintain accurate, detail-oriented documentation to support Right-First-Time operations
Troubleshoot and escalate equipment/process issues as needed
Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, and manufacturing documentation standards
Complete work orders and tasks within defined timelines
Safely operate tools, shop equipment, and perform fieldwork
Utilize systems such as CMMS, intranet tools, and standard office applications
Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Technology teams
Support equipment start-up and validation activities
Collect and organize technical data from vendors and internal teams
Assist with spare parts identification, procurement, and inventory management
Train and mentor other mechanics
Read and interpret Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and safety policies
Perform confined space entry and work at heights as required
Rebuild pumps, valves, seals, and mechanical assemblies
Conduct safety inspections of rigging and fall protection equipment

Key Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
5–6 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience
Strong understanding of process maintenance systems and equipment
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (with reasonable accommodation)
Valid driver’s license

You should be proficient in:

Heavy Equipment Repair
OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)
HVAC Troubleshooting
High Voltage Systems
Pneumatics Troubleshooting
Industrial Electrical Systems
Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
Machine Safety Inspections