Precision Optical Repair Technician | Mon–Fri, Hands-On

Tamron Americas; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 59,099,000 - 67,158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dependent Care FSA

Company-paid Life Insurance

Company-paid Short-Term & Long-Term DI

Supplemental Insurance Options

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays Each Year

Stable Monday-Friday schedule

Job summary

Tamron Americas is seeking a Repair Technician to diagnose, repair, calibrate, and test professional photographic lenses to factory specifications in Commack, NY. This full-time role supports a Monday–Friday schedule with a 37.5 hour workweek and a pay rate of $22.00 to $25.00 hourly.

The candidate will work with specialized diagnostic equipment, read detailed repair manuals, and ensure all repairs meet Tamron quality standards. A strong mechanical background and precision skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of technical repair experience preferred.
• Experience repairing cameras, optics, electronics, or precision instruments is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hand-eye coordination essential.
• Proficiency with small hand tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot photographic lenses submitted for repair.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical and optical issues.
• Read repair manuals and follow procedures.
• Disassemble lenses to inspect components.
• Replace defective parts and reassemble to factory specs.
• Clean, calibrate, and test repaired lenses with precision equipment.
• Verify repairs meet Tamron quality standards before returning to customers.
• Maintain an average output of 3-5 lenses per day with redo rate below 3%.
• Support the team goal of a three-day repair turnaround.
• Serve as a technical resource for Customer Service.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand-eye coordination

Troubleshooting

Technical reading

Excel

Attention to detail

Reading technical manuals

Precision measuring equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Small hand tools

Precision measuring equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Tamron Americas is seeking a Repair Technician to diagnose, repair, calibrate, and test professional photographic lenses to factory specifications in Commack, NY. This full-time role supports a Monday–Friday schedule with a 37.5 hour workweek and a pay rate of $22.00 to $25.00 hourly.

The candidate will work with specialized diagnostic equipment, read detailed repair manuals, and ensure all repairs meet Tamron quality standards. A strong mechanical background and precision skills are essential.