Machine Service Technician - Weekend Night Shift

VulcanForms Inc.; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

VulcanForms Inc. seeks a skilled Machine Service Technician for weekend night shifts to keep advanced additive manufacturing equipment running at peak performance.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and collaborating with Operations and Engineering to minimize downtime. The role involves reading schematics and blueprints, working in a loud, fast-paced shop environment, and adhering to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in industrial machine service or machine-building environment.
• Experience with electro-mechanical and pneumatic assemblies.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule preventative maintenance on additive metal printers.
• Prioritize maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Maintain 3D printing systems—mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and laser.
• Collaborate with Operations, Machine Build and Engineering to resolve issues.
• Provide status updates on assigned projects.
• Assist with installation of equipment in production.
• Read mechanical blueprints to perform maintenance.
• Follow EH&S policies and procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Tools

Electrical schematics reading

Reading mechanical drawings

Job description

Machine Service Technician - Weekend Night Shift

Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

Job Purpose

As a Machine Service Technician at VulcanForms Inc., you will work in an operations shop floor environment and help to ensure our cutting edge technology is running effectively. Your role will involve mechanical assembly maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues and performing routine preventative maintenance to support the operation of the additive manufacturing machines. Employees in this role are potentially exposed to moving mechanical parts and loud environments. VulcanForms is a 24/7/365 operation. This shift covers Friday through Sunday, and every other Thursday, from 6:00pm - 6:30am.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule preventative maintenance activities on the Additive Metal Printers throughout the facility.
• Prioritize maintenance activities to ensure downtime is kept to a minimum.
• Maintain 3d printing systems, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and fiber laser systems.
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Machine Build and Engineering to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Identify and communicate updates to TPMs that may be required through hands on observation.
• Provide status updates to management on assigned projects.
• Assist with installation of equipment and machines in production.
• Reading mechanical blueprints to perform maintenance duties.
• Adhere to and support Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of job-related experience, preferably in an industrial machine service technician role or machine-building department, or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Experience with electro-mechanical and pneumatics assemblies
• Familiarity working with complex systems and a strong ability to troubleshoot issues as they arise.

Preferred

• 4+ years of experience building automated equipment
• Ability to read/understand mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical drawings and schematics
• High precision, close tolerance proficiency
• Ability to use all hand tools
• Experience with the electronics assembly techniques: wiring, crimping, soldering, ESD protection
• Aware of design tools and techniques
• Proficient in standard and metric systems

VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

The hourly pay range for this position varies by level; final level and compensation will be determined based on a candidate's experience. This role shall also include a pay differential of 15% on any applicable shift not included in the standard base-pay shifts.