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Maintenance Mechanic

Heraeus · Santa Fe Springs – California, CA

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Industry
Metals
Posted
27 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Heraeus (metals) in Santa Fe Springs – California, CA.

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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.

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How this role compares

Against 150 other live reliability postings in California.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $76k–$116k, from 12 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

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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How to get in at this plant

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  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Heraeus

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  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

    One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.

  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

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    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

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  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

This plant: Heraeus in Santa Fe Springs – California

2 other open roles at this site.

Full description from HeraeusAs posted on their careers site.Show

Maintenance Mechanic

Permanent

Pay Range Min. $25.00

Pay Range Max. $33.00

Creating foldable displays, advancing medical innovations, or giving new life to precious metals – at Heraeus, we empower our customers to stay ahead of the curve. As a family-owned global technology leader, we take pride in being the invisible force driving innovation. Whether in production, research, sales, or administration, we deliver world-class quality across key industries: Precious Metals, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, and Industrials. With a strong global presence, including a significant footprint in the United States, Heraeus employs approximately 15,100 people across 40 countries, all dedicated to shaping the future of technology and industry.

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Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.

Any further questions?

If you need any assistance or have questions, please contact hrdirect-americas@heraeus.com or visit our website at jobs.heraeus.com .

ReqID: 59869

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