Maintenance Technician, Automation

Viaphoton; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Job summary

viaPhoton is hiring a hands-on technician to build and maintain custom automation equipment used in AI infrastructure, data centers, and 5G networks. You will diagnose issues, repair parts, and calibrate precision systems to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires 1–2 years of technical experience, a related engineering degree is a plus, and you’ll work onsite in Naperville, IL. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (or related field)
• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in a technical/engineering environment
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and software engineering disciplines
• Familiar with diagnostic tools: multimeters, calipers, feeler gauges, microscopes
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams and convey findings clearly
• Health/dental/vision coverage starts day 1
• 401(k) with company match; vesting after 90 days
• Flexible PTO; 10 paid holidays (incl. 2 floating)

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble custom automation equipment from the ground up (mechanical, electrical, optical)
• Diagnose and repair equipment issues hands-on, replacing parts and recalibrating sensors
• Calibrate and maintain equipment within precise tolerances using measurement tools
• Work across hardware domains including cameras, lenses, machined parts, electronics, and 3D-printed parts
• Collaborate with engineers and translate floor observations into actionable diagnostics

Skills

Hands-on problem solving

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Cross-disciplinary experience

Clear communication with engineers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Calipers

Soldering equipment

Microscopes

Job description

We are changing the norm by being customer-focused, technology-led.
viaPhoton builds custom-engineered fiber optic solutions that power AI infrastructure, data centers, and 5G networks for some of the biggest names in tech. In five years we've grown to a team of 200+ and 4x'd our revenue in the last year alone, and we're just getting started. We're looking for dependable, hardworking people who take pride in their work and want to grow with us.

Schedule: Mon–Fri | Onsite

Compensation: $30.00 to $37.00 per hour depending on experience and certifications, plus a $2,000 prepaid card for medical expenses (prorated based on start date)

About the Role

You're a hands-on problem solver who likes diagnosing and repairing sensitive, high-precision hardware. You'll build and maintain automation equipment from the ground up, troubleshoot multi-system issues, and work alongside engineers to keep our equipment running at peak performance. This is detail-oriented work where your technical skills directly impact production.

• Build and assemble custom automation equipment from the ground up, including mechanical, electrical, and optical components
• Diagnose and repair equipment issues hands-on, replacing parts, re-soldering connections, realigning optics, and recalibrating sensors
• Calibrate and maintain equipment within precise tolerances using tools like calipers, feeler gauges, and microscopes
• Work across hardware domains including cameras and lenses, machined parts, computer components, electrical systems, and 3D-printed parts
• Troubleshoot alongside engineers and interface with operators to translate floor-level observations into actionable diagnostic information

What You'll Bring

• Have a bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering, or a related field (a plus, but not required)
• Have 1 to 2 years of hands-on experience in a technical or engineering environment
• Have exposure to multiple engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, software)
• Are familiar with diagnostic tools like multimeters, calipers, feeler gauges, and microscopes
• Can read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, and communicate findings clearly to engineers and operators
• Robust health, dental, and vision coverage that starts on day 1
• 401(k) with match, vests immediately after a 90‑day waiting period
• Flexible PTO that grows over time
• 10 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays

This role is located in Naperville, IL.

Both shifts are Monday - Friday with one Mandatory Saturday per month.

Note: Our current pay rate is between $28.00 - $34.00 per hour.

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