Maintenance Technician III

Aspen Aerogels, Inc.; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) employer match

Paid holidays and sick time

Job summary

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. in East Providence, Rhode Island, seeks an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician for night shift work. The role involves diagnosing equipment repairs, performing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting systems. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years in heavy industrial maintenance, with certifications in electrical or HVAC preferred.

Aspen offers a full benefits package, including medical, dental, 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement. Candidates must be able to work independently and effectively communicate within the team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in heavy industrial maintenance.
• Certification or apprenticeship in Electrical, Plumbing, Welding, or HVAC preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and complete unscheduled repairs on production equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480VAC.

Skills

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

HVAC systems

Pneumatic systems

Safety compliance

Education

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Wiring diagrams interpretation

P&ID interpretation

Job description

Company Overview

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e‑mobility, and clean energy. Aspen’s PyroThin products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. The Company’s Cryogel and Pyrogel products are valued by the world’s largest energy infrastructure companies. Aspen’s strategy is to partner with world‑class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform into additional high‑value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

Core Values

• We Do the Right Thing
• We are Problem Solvers
• We are Allies
• We Drive Forward

Job Responsibilities

• Diagnose and complete unscheduled repairs on production and facilities equipment to support continuous operations.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
• Work safely at all times, adhering to plant safety policies, procedures, and practices (PPE, LOTO, permits).
• Read and apply technical information including wiring diagrams, schematics, P&IDs, and equipment manuals.
• Interface regularly with operations staff to assess and respond to maintenance concerns.
• Participate in small projects and equipment upgrades with a focus on maintainability and reliability.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in work areas and maintenance shops.
• Attend maintenance team meetings and respond to communications in a timely manner.
• Set up, calibrate, test, and repair control systems and instruments (pneumatic, electrical, electronic).
• Troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480VAC.
• Support DCS systems in partnership with process control engineers.
• Maintain and repair fluid systems, including pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and piping.
• Perform pipefitting, welding, and fabrication tasks.
• Set and align industrial equipment and rotating machinery.
• Rebuild, replace, and maintain pumps, valves, motors, and other mechanical components.
• Troubleshoot material handling equipment (conveyors, roll‑to‑roll systems).
• Service HVAC and air‑handling systems.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Frequent lifting of 50-75 lbs; frequent assisted pushing/pulling of 75-100 lbs; standing/walking required throughout shift; exposure to chemicals, heat, heights, confined spaces; forklift operation (training available).

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a heavy industrial maintenance role.
• Certification or apprenticeship in Electrical, Plumbing, Welding, or HVAC strongly preferred.
• S. Degree in a technical discipline, military technical experience, or equivalent industrial work experience.
• Adequate understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Proficient understanding of LOTO procedures, troubleshooting, and P&ID interpretation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to mentor and share knowledge with junior technicians.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Computer literate with ability to learn facility‑specific software and documentation tools.
• Full‑time, night shift; must be available for overtime, call‑ins, or emergency support.

Benefits

Aspen offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick time, PTO, 401(k) employer match, life and disability insurance, and other benefits.

Equal Opportunity and Disability Accommodations

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail] or [phone].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

For our Rhode Island applicants, Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The East Providence, RI facility is subject to Rhode Island law regarding worker’s compensation.

Federal Rights

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.