Mechanical Operations and Maintenance Technician

Lotusworks; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education assistance

401k plan

Extra leave

Maternity/Paternity leave

Rewards program

Job summary

LotusWorks in Chandler, AZ is seeking a Mechanical Operations & Maintenance Technician to keep critical semiconductor facility systems reliable and safe. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, interpret drawings, and work with engineers to improve uptime in a mission-critical environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring with SCADA, balancing systems for energy efficiency, maintaining logs in Maximo, adhering to LOTO and PPE policies, and supporting upgrade projects with

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in facilities or similar environments.
• Technical experience with HVAC, chilled/heating water, compressed air, hydronics, and rotating equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of safety procedures including LOTO, hazard recognition, and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance to ensure reliability and performance of facility mechanical systems.
• Perform corrective maintenance and troubleshooting on critical equipment.
• Interpret drawings and OEM documentation to diagnose issues.
• Monitor system conditions using SCADA and instrumentation; optimize performance.
• Maintain logs in CMMS (Maximo) and document actions; ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

HVAC

Mechanical drawings

Troubleshooting

LOTO safety

Education

High School Diploma

Associate/Bachelor's preferred

HVAC certifications advantageous

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting‑edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people‑first approach.

The FFO Mechanical Operations & Maintenance Technician plays a key role in maintaining the reliability, performance, and safety of facility mechanical systems that directly support semiconductor manufacturing operations. This role performs preventive and corrective maintenance, supports operational uptime, identifies performance improvements, and partners with system owners and engineers to ensure equipment readiness in a mission‑critical environment.

Responsibilities:

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance activities as assigned by the Maintenance Planner/Scheduler (MPS) to ensure optimal reliability and performance of facility mechanical systems.
• Perform corrective maintenance and troubleshooting on mechanical equipment supporting critical production environments.
• Interpret mechanical/electrical drawings, piping schematics, blueprints, and OEM documentation when diagnosing issues.

System Operations & Performance

• Monitor system conditions and equipment performance using SCADA, controls interfaces, trend logs, and on‑equipment instrumentation.
• Adjust, balance, and optimize system performance to maintain environmental stability and energy efficiency.
• Escalate system abnormalities promptly and document findings, work completed, and recommended actions.

Facility Mechanical Systems

• Air Handling Units (AHUs), Fan Filter Units (FFUs), Fan Coil Units
• Exhaust systems and specialty gas/chemical scrubbers
• Chillers (low temp & high temp), boilers, and heat exchangers
• Cooling towers and associated water treatment equipment
• Process and distribution water systems (chilled water, heating water, cooling water loops)
• Compressed air systems (compressors, dryers, filters)
• Mechanical distribution systems, pumps, valves, piping, VFDs, and hydronic systems

Operational Efficiency & Project Work

• Work closely with system owners, engineers, and cross‑functional teams to support operational improvement initiatives and efficiency upgrades.
• Participate in the development, planning, and execution of system upgrade projects, equipment replacements, and reliability enhancements.

Compliance, Documentation & Site Audits

• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, documentation, and system status entries in the designated CMMS (e.g., Maximo).
• Perform site and equipment audits to ensure alignment with safety requirements, operational procedures, and facility standards.
• Follow LOTO, confined space entry, PPE, and semiconductor facility EHS policies at all times.
• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.

Skills Required:

• 2–4 years of hands‑on mechanical maintenance experience in facilities, industrial, utilities, manufacturing, or similar environment, is required.
• Technical experience with mechanical utilities such as HVAC, chilled water, heating water, compressed air, hydronics, and rotating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), hazard recognition, and PPE usage.

Education / Licenses / Certifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Associate's, Bachelor's degree or technical diploma in Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field preferred, but not required.
• Relevant technical certifications (HVAC) are an advantage.
• Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Training and Education Assistance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Extra Annual Leave with Years of Service
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Recognition Rewards

LotusWorks is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.