Job Information
PDS Defense Maintenance Technician 2 in Goleta, California
Light Industrial/Manufacturing
Maintenance Technician 2 Goleta, CA Posted: 4/8/2026
Job Description
Job ID#:
216513
Job Category:
Light Industrial/Manufacturing
Position Type:
Associate - W2
Shift:
1
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician 2, in Goleta, CA.
Pay Rate: $31 - $36/hr
Job Description:
Conducts routine, periodic, or special inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facilities, machinery, and equipment
Performs EHS inspections; examples include fire extinguisher/eye wash inspections and emergency lights
Perform various machine maintenance as required
Perform some routine cleaning functions
Perform minor plumbing repairs and fixes
Respond to facilities requests from internal customers
Close coordination with outside vendors and suppliers, escort as required
Work cell set up & close down support
Move equipment, tables, and shop aids to/from storage & manufacturing areas
Design & shadowboard production toolboxes
Basic Qualifications for Maintenance Technician 2
High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience using hand and power tools
Some problem solving, collaboration skills and verbal/written communication skills
Basic Microsoft Office skills
Valid Driver's License
US Citizenship is a requirement for employment
Preferred Qualifications for Maintenance Technician 2
Occasionally be on call during critical processes; e.g. startup of major capital projects, contact service contractors to resolve facility issues during off hours, etc
Experience and/or certifications in HVAC system troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs
Experience with Maintenance Connect database system
Experience with 5S and/or lean manufacturing principals
Experience facilitating cross-functional team projects
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Job Requirements
Minimum Security Clearance:
No Clearance
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled