MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (FULL TIME)
Compass Group · San Jose, CA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Compass Group (industrial) in San Jose, CA. O Constructs, finishes, installs, maintains and repairs electrical and mechanical systems, or the facilities of any related systems, using power and hand tools and other necessary equipment.
- They ask for
- 4+ years
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in California: typical posted base $72k–$116k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 143 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 150 other live reliability postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (4+ years)
Typical $76k–$116k, from 12 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 37%
- PLC 33%
- Welding 30%
- Tooling 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Responsibilities
o Assists in making decisions on all normal and complex repairs; reports major problems to the maintenance supervisor and foreman.
o Constructs, finishes, installs, maintains and repairs electrical and mechanical systems, or the facilities of any related systems, using power and hand tools and other necessary equipment.
o Cleans, lubricates, services, repairs or diagnoses malfunction of HVAC, electrical and mechanical building systems, sterilizers, sprinkler and standpipe systems, transport systems, electronic signaling systems, fire alarm systems and similar specialty equipment items with appropriate training, certification skills and licensing
requirements
as needed.
o Supervises and leads a group of workers on a project.
o Reads, comprehends and transmits complicated detailed instructions verbally and in writing.
o Teaches advanced maintenance skills to other members of the department.
o Reviews work of outside vendors and licensed maintenance workers; makes punch lists.
o Reports on and repairs discrepancies as assigned.
o Analyzes and corrects complex building system problems, alone or as part of a team.
o Maintains logs, performs rounds and completes work orders, tests and inspections.
o Makes recommendations for modification or improvement of preventive maintenance systems.
o Serves as a member of facility emergency response team.
o Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
o Four years of skilled trade school or maintenance vocational schooling.
o Five years of experience as a maintenance technician in an institutional setting in an engineering or maintenance discipline.
o Two years of experience as a licensed Journeyman in the specialized trade.
Must have one of the following
o Master license in one trade or two of the following Journeyman Electrical License or Registered ACR Technician with EPA certification in Refrigerant, or a Journeyman Plumber License, etc.
o Valid driver’s license.
Associates at ESFM are offered many fantastic benefits.
Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice and facility management industry
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or
requirements
associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the j
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Esfm
- •We have an opening for a full time MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN position.
- •Location : 1155 Coleman Avenue, San Jose, CA 95110 Note: online applications accepted only .
- •Schedule : Full time schedule. Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. More details upon interview.
- •Requirement : At least 4 years of commercial maintenance experience required.
- •Pay Range : $32.00 per hour to $35.00 per hour
ESFM is the corporate Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) division of Compass Group USA and a Keystone member of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).
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Rooted in hospitality, ESFM elevates the workplace experience as the single source of innovative FM solutions that ensure a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment. ESFM’s clients include many household names from Life Science, Technology, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing markets.
ESFM self-performs 80% of all IFM solutions provided to clients. Their portfolio of service categories includes Environment, Health & Safety, Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, Sustainability, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Laboratory Support and Workplace solutions. This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees.
In 2020, ESFM (formerly Eurest Services) won the George Graves Award for Facility Management Achievement from the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA).
Summary
Performs a variety of skilled maintenance duties related to facility engineering and maintenance functions, while providing field leadership, ensuring quality assurance, supporting training efforts, and managing escalations.