Maintenance Technician

Nitricity • San Francisco, CA

3d • $40 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Nitricity is revolutionizing sustainable agriculture by developing innovative nitrogen fertilizer production technology. We are a dynamic and fast-growing company committed to creating environmentally friendly solutions for food security. We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Maintenance Technician Professional to join our growing team at a startup fertilizer production facility. In this role, you’ll be the central hub for coordinating and executing maintenance activities, ensuring that our equipment stays reliable, safe, and efficient at our Fremont facility. You’ll work closely with Fertilizer Production Technicians, the R&D team, and site leadership to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. As our Maintenance Technician, you’ll be responsible for executing preventive and corrective maintenance at the plant to ensure our reactors, pumps, tanks, motors, sensors, and other production equipment operate at peak performance.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in mechanical, industrial, or electrical engineering, or equivalent experience as a maintenance mechanic
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in a manufacturing or chemical plant
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a startup environment
• Comfortable working around chemical processing equipment and wearing appropriate PPE
• Ability to wear a respirator and lift heavy equipment when needed
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Team-oriented with good communication skills
• Willingness to take initiative and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced startup environment

Nice To Haves

• Forklift or scissor lift experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prioritize corrective maintenance tasks based on urgency and production impact
• Kitting of maintenance jobs prior to their start to reduce delays
• Collaborate with production technicians to identify recurring issues and plan long-term solutions
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment history, and spare parts usage
• Coordinate and interface with external maintenance contractors as needed
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety and environmental regulations
• Adjust plans and schedules in real-time to respond to equipment failures or production changes

Benefits

• Compensation: $40- $50
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 7 company holidays and 4 floating holidays
• Medical and Dental insurance
• Parental leave
• 401 (k) plan with matching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees