Electro Mechanical Technician

Surface Solutions Inc.; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Surface Solutions Inc. in Fridley, MN, seeks an Electro-Mechanical Technician to install, operate, and maintain PVD coating systems on-site.

You will conduct routine inspections, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, and perform preventive and corrective maintenance while documenting all work. The role emphasizes collaboration with production teams to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement in equipment reliability and maintenance practices.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or associates in electro-mechanical tech or related field.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and work with control panels.
• Experience with industrial machinery, vacuum systems, or coating equipment.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, and maintain PVD coating equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance and document work.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime.
• Support continuous improvement in equipment reliability.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Corrective maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading wiring diagrams

Control panels

Industrial safety

Communication & teamwork

Education

Electro-mechanical diploma

Tools

Vacuum systems

Coating equipment

Job description

Company Description

Surface Solutions Inc. is a supplier of high-performance physical vapor deposition (PVD) coatings used to enhance the durability and performance of industrial tools and components. The company offers a range of advanced coatings, including titanium nitride (TiN), titanium carbo-nitride (TiCN), aluminum titanium nitride (AlTiN), chromium nitride (CrN), and proprietary Alpha™ coatings. These extremely hard, wear-resistant coatings typically extend tool life by 2 to 10 times compared to uncoated tools, delivering significant cost savings and value for customers. Surface Solutions Inc. serves a broad range of applications, including cutting tools, punches and dies, injection molds, forming tools, wear components, and medical devices.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Electro Mechanical Technician role based in Fridley, MN. The Electro Mechanical Technician will install, operate, and maintain PVD coating equipment and related systems, ensuring safe and reliable performance. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing routine inspections, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, completing preventive and corrective maintenance, and documenting work performed. The role involves collaborating with production teams to minimize downtime, assisting with equipment setup and adjustments for different coating processes, and following safety and quality standards. The technician will also support continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting enhancements to equipment reliability and maintenance practices.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Equipment Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance for electro-mechanical and industrial systems.
• Candidates should possess the ability to perform Corrective Maintenance and Troubleshooting to resolve mechanical and electrical issues efficiently.
• Candidates should possess foundational knowledge of Electricity, including reading wiring diagrams, working with control panels, and understanding safety practices.
• Experience with industrial machinery, vacuum systems, or coating equipment is beneficial.
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Relevant technical diploma, certification, or associate degree in electro-mechanical technology, industrial maintenance, or a related field is preferred.