Facilities and Equipment Maintenance Technician

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Safety conscious for self and co-workers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to compile, write and present production documents
• Computer literate, especially Excel and Word
• Aptitude with set-up, repair and ongoing maintenance of electro-mechanical equipment

An Equipment Maintenance Technician must possess and be able to apply electrical and mechanical knowledge, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout and machining procedures in our R&D and manufacturing environment.

• Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments
• Fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments
• Fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines
• Ensure optimal functioning of processes and equipment
• Perform new machine installations as required
• Perform and document regular equipment maintenance

Bachelor or Associate degree in engineering or other science/technology field is desired. High school diploma with relevant experience may be considered.

At least 5 years of experience and proven ability in safely performing electrical and mechanical repairs and/or installations of various types of equipment and machinery is required. Familiarity with vacuum pumps and high temperature furnaces and hot presses for ceramic processing is highly desired.

Well-balanced technical background is desired. Detailed knowledge of a wide variety of equipment and machining processes is desired.

Ability to safely operate high temperature equipment. Some heavy lifting required.

US citizenship is required.