Maintenance Technician

MTR.vet; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

A defense contracting firm in San Jose is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to uphold the functionality and safety of facilities and equipment. The ideal candidate will perform inspections, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and repair electrical systems in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must have an AA degree in electronics or equivalent, while knowledge of silicon wafer reclaim equipment is preferred. Strong problem-solving skills and manual dexterity are essential for success in this role, which offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of maintenance and repair of silicon wafer reclaim equipment is preferred.
• Strong understanding of general maintenance processes and methods.
• Experience reading and understanding electrical blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues with machinery.
• Maintain logs/checklists for maintenance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns

Problem-solving skills

Manual dexterity

Knowledge of electrical systems

Education

AA degree in electronics or equivalent

Tools

Pressure gauges

Volt meters

Job description

Military Technical Recruiting (MTR.vet) | Full time

• Salary $35 - $40+/hr based off experience with 5 hours OT/week $85k job
• Industry Manufacturing
• Additional Comp OT on Saturdays is optional, some OT during the week too. Undisclosed quarterly bonus
• Job Type Full time

Job Description

As a maintenance technician, you will be responsible for preserving the condition, functionality, and safety of the facilities premises, equipment, and systems. Your core responsibilities will include preforming routine inspections, troubleshooting and repairing electrical, electronic and mechanical issues, conducting quality assessments and repairs.

They have a lot of old equipment but it is a fast-paced environment, so they need someone who can think on their feet and use hand and power tools to make sure the machinery and equipment stays up and running. Most of the maintenance will be working on machine electrical/electronic control systems - Think - why is the sensor not working, what do I need to do to fix it? If you can figure this out, this might be the right job for you.

• Troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns, diagnostics, electrical systems, polishing machinery
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop instruments and equipment
• Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventory
• Survey buildings and repair mechanical systems to ensure they are consistent with health and safety regulations
• Keep and maintain logbooks/checklists up to date
• Ability to use safe and proper judgment with minimal supervision
• Ensuring all PM programs run well and are kept up to date
• Follow all Safety, Health and Environmental procedures and policies
• Other job duties may be assigned

Requirements

AA degree in electronics or equivalent (preferred)

• Knowledge of maintenance and repair of silicon wafer reclaim equipment and facilities support system (preferred NOT A REQUIREMENT)
• Basic understanding of electrical, electronic sensors, mechanical, and other systems
• Strong understanding of general maintenance processes and methods
• Working knowledge of tools, common appliance, pressure gauges, volt meters, and other devices
• Excellent manual dexterity and problem-solving skills
• Physically capable of lifting to 50 pounds
• Experience reading and understanding electrical blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings
• Must be able to stand and/or sit for long periods of time
• Climb ladders (up to 25’)
• Must be able to wear safety glasses
• Must be able to wear cleanroom suit for extended periods of time
• Capacity to work in an environment with moderate noise level
• Ability to occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, in wet and/or humid weather conditions, if required