PDS Tech

Location: Victorville, CA 92394

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Pay Rate: $24.00 – $28.00/hr (Pay automatically increases upon conversion)

PDS Tech is partnering with a major aerospace leader to hire a GSE / Facilities Maintenance Mechanic who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. If you enjoy taking on diverse mechanical challenges—vehicle repairs, lift equipment maintenance, HVAC support, and building maintenance—this role offers the variety, stability, and long-term growth potential you’re looking for. This is a temp-to-perm position with a guaranteed raise once you convert to permanent status.

Position Overview

In this role, you will keep the facility and its equipment running at peak performance. You’ll handle everything from GSE and vehicle diagnostics to preventive maintenance, HVAC support, building repairs, and coordination with contractors. This is a crucial position supporting daily operations, safety compliance, and overall site reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on GSE, vehicles, forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other lift equipment
• Conduct preventive maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Support HVAC system upkeep including filter changes, routine checks, and basic diagnostics
• Perform building maintenance including lighting repairs, plumbing fixture repairs, door/hardware adjustments, carpentry work, and general facility tasks
• Troubleshoot and repair facility-related equipment and systems as directed by leadership
• Coordinate with external contractors to ensure work meets industry standards
• Conduct EHS and Quality audits and complete all required training
• Update, track, and close work orders using MAXIMO or similar CMMS platforms
• Operate hand tools and power tools such as drills, saws, grinders, and impact tools
• Work overtime as needed to support operational requirements

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 5 years of experience in facilities, GSE, vehicle, or equipment maintenance
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting ability
• Certified to operate boom lifts and scissor lifts
• Certified to operate a forklift up to 14,000 lbs
• Experience using CMMS or maintenance management systems (MAXIMO preferred)
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Must be a US Person or Permanent Resident

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift operation certification up to 39,000 lbs
• Knowledge of gasoline engine maintenance and minor repairs

Why Work With PDS Tech?

• Temp-to-perm role with an automatic pay increase upon conversion
• Opportunity to work for a top aerospace organization
• Stable schedule and long-term career growth potential
• Hands-on work across vehicles, lifts, HVAC, and building systems

Pay Details: $24.00 to $30.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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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

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.