Electro Mechanical Technician

RecruitPod Global; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitPod Global LLC in Fridley, MN is seeking a full-time Electro-Mechanical Technician to install, operate, and maintain PVD coating systems. You will perform routine inspections, diagnose issues, and support equipment setup for different coating processes, while upholding safety and quality standards.

This on-site role requires a technical diploma or associate degree in electro-mechanical technology and a collaborative mindset to work with production teams and drive improvements in equipment

Qualifications

• Experience in electro-mechanical maintenance and preventive maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues.
• Familiarity with reading wiring diagrams and safety practices.
• Experience with vacuum systems or coating equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, and maintain PVD coating equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and perform corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production to minimize downtime and support process setups.
• Document work and follow safety and quality standards.

Skills

Equipment Maintenance

Preventive Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading Electrical Schematics

Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Education

Technical diploma / associate degree in electro-mechanical technology

Tools

PVD coating equipment

Industrial vacuum systems

Control panels

Job description

Company Description

Client 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), aluminium 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. Client serves a broad range of applications, including cutting tools, punches and dies, injection molds, forming tools, wear components, and medical devices.

Company Description

Client 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), aluminium 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. Client 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.