Electro Mechanical Technician
Anheuser-Busch · Van Nuys, CA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Base pay
- $92k–$213k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 3 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Anheuser-Busch (food & beverage) in Van Nuys, CA. Support, troubleshoot, improve, and maintain high-speed production and packaging machinery.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Six Sigma, 5S, Root cause, PLC
- Base pay
- $92k–$213k
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in California: typical posted base $72k–$110k. This one lists $92k–$213k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 107 maintenance technician openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
California plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 107 other live reliability postings in California.
- Base pay
- About 67% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)
Typical $72k–$110k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 31%
- Tooling 31%
- Welding 30%
- Team leadership 30%
- EHS / safety 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Six Sigma, 5S, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Anheuser-Busch in Van Nuys
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Full description from Anheuser-BuschAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Responsible for maintaining and programming programmable logic controllers (PLC) and computer process controls
- ◆Maintain machinery, meeting maintenance
requirements
for 480-volt, 3-phase systems including single phase 120-volt systems and larger 4,160-volt equipment to minimize downtime
- ✓Support, troubleshoot, improve, and maintain high-speed production and packaging machinery
- ✓Effectively and safely operate and maintain can manufacturing equipment with a focus on plant safety, 5S, quality, production, and cost goals
- ✓Perform quality, maintenance and housekeeping checks while managing the technical process
- ✓Work as part of a team to read and interpret information, monitor equipment, and inspect product to maintain quality standards
- ✓Follow safe work practices and maintain a solid understanding of first aid and emergency procedures. Complete assigned work efficiently and per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
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Qualifications
- ✓Two-year associate’s degree, technical certification, or equivalent industrial electrician work experience a plus
- ✓Minimum 3 years' experience programming and troubleshooting PLC's and troubleshooting AC variable speed drives
- ✓Outstanding communication and team-orientation skills
- ✓Ability to troubleshoot problems, identify root causes (e.g. six sigma analysis) and propose and implement remedies
- ✓Knowledge of servos and related controllers including hydraulic and pneumatic temperature controls
- ✓Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
- ✓Application of high-level quality standards
- ✓Excellent computer skills
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Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
SALARY: Base entry rate: $45.234 per hour + $10,000 signing bonus
- •First wage increase ($48.234 per hour after 2 years)
- •OT rates where applicable (Time & half Saturdays, Double-time Sundays, holiday)
- •$92,000 to $213,000 average annual earnings
SHIFT: 10:30pm - 6:30am or 2:30pm - 10:30pm
Company
We are home to the nation’s most iconic beer and beyond beer brands, including Michelob ULTRA – America’s #1 top-selling beer – as well as Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and industry-leading craft brands. From our longstanding efforts to support American farmers, military, veterans, and first responders, to emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs, we are guided by our commitment to the communities we call home and the 65,000 hardworking Americans who bring our beer to life. We are powered by a team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
Role summary
If you are passionate about maintenance and troubleshooting while working in a fast-paced environment, Anheuser-Busch could be your next stop in fulfilling your career goals. Our Maintenance Electricians work in a team or independently within a high-speed manufacturing environment and are the key in guaranteeing that our quality is where it needs to be: the very best. Opportunities available to maximize your earnings and expand your technical knowledge. If you are looking for a new challenge, come join our team today!
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Why anheuser-busch
At Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. For more than 165 years as a leading American manufacturer, Anheuser-Busch has delivered a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. As the nation’s top brewer, one of the fastest growing spirits companies, and an insurgent force in energy drinks, we drive economic prosperity nationwide through investments in our people, facilities, and communities. We are the only alcohol company that invests in the U.S. at this scale.
Benefits
- •Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
- •Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
- •$6.16 Pension Contribution for all hours worked ($39,000 Average annual company contributions)
- •Opportunity to grow in role after 2.5 years based on skill and leadership capabilities
- •401k Match: 3%
- •Free Beer!
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