Maintenance Mechanic Temp to Hire

Ducommun, Inc.
United States, California, Gardena
268 East Gardena Boulevard (Show on map)
Apr 02, 2026
Maintenance Mechanic Under general supervision, keeps plant machinery and equipment in good repair. Maintains, analyzes and corrects problems of standard machinery, as required. Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our facility in Gardena, CA is a leading global supplier of large stretch formed aircraft skins, hot forming of titanium, superplastic forming and complex fastened and welded assemblies. Job Summary Performs preventative maintenance using prepared check-off list on all major equipment (i.e. Stretch presses, hot presses, standard and NC machine tools), and some special machinery General mechanical maintenance, on various mechanical equipment such as, pumps, cranes, hoist, hydraulic systems, vacuum pumps, and basic vehicle repairs Drive forklift, arial boom lifts, scissors lifts, and small truck Under general supervision, examines machines for defects in operation, replaces defective parts and makes necessary adjustments to ensure efficient operation Required Skills and Qualifications Ability to read basic blueprints and interpret specifications. Knowledge of hydraulic systems desired Must be able to work independently and follow detailed, written instructions. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Required Experience and Education High school diploma or equivalent Completion of a relevant trade school program or vocational training preferred Four (4) years experience on general machine tool repair and maintenance Combination of trade school and industry experience may be considered Crane and forklift experience preferred Base Compensation: USD 23.32 - 27.15 Paid Hourly Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled 268 E. Gardena Road Gardena, California, 90248 United States