Print Operations Technician

ICON Technology, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ICON is seeking a Print Operations Technician to support our Print Operations team. You will assist with materials logistics, printers, and basic maintenance on ICON’s 3D printers, under leads, technicians, or managers’ guidance.

The role involves handling moderately challenging tasks, requiring a growth mindset, attention to SOPs, and willingness to travel for extended periods. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or related fields.
• Basic proficiency with diagnostic tools such as multimeters.
• Familiarity with mechanical systems and their components.
• Familiarity with electrical wiring and components under supervision.
• Understanding of inventory or ticketing systems (training provided).
• Ability to operate heavy machinery under supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to document work.
• Self-motivated with proactive problem solving.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to dynamic environments.
• Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in printing operations, including delivery, inventory, and organization of building materials.
• Maintain clear communication with team members and other departments.
• Operate Vulcan and Magma systems to meet daily production targets.
• Work with Print Ops Leads and contribute to team objectives.
• Perform build activities and document QC measurements on samples.
• Assist in diagnosing and repairing printer issues and calibrations.
• Manage replacement parts inventory and ticketing documentation.
• Update work steps and resolutions in ticketing systems.
• Demonstrate understanding of mechanical and electrical components.
• Operate in environments requiring travel and varying conditions.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Troubleshooting

Written communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Multimeter

Job description

ICON is seeking a Print Operations Technician to support our Print Operations team. In this role, you will demonstrate and maintain the foundational skills and knowledge required to provide basic support for ICON’s print operations. Basic support involves managing the logistics of raw materials, consumables, parts, and printers. You will also assist with troubleshooting, maintenance, and general service tasks related to ICON's 3D printers. Under the direction of Leads, Technicians, or Managers, you will receive daily instructions and apply your skills to complete a variety of field assignments.

This role involves working on moderately challenging tasks that require some judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations, with an emphasis on escalating larger problems when needed. You are expected to approach each task with a growth mindset, focus on building new skills, and actively work to avoid repeating mistakes. Operational discipline, attention to detail, and adherence to ICON’s policies and standards are essential for success in this position. This role will require travel for extended durations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

PRINT EXECUTION

• Support the delivery, inventory management, and organization of building materials during shifts.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with team members and other departments across ICON.
• Operate Vulcan and Magma systems to meet daily production targets.
• Work closely with Print Ops Leads, taking instructions and contributing to the team’s objectives.
• Perform build activities, including reinforcement adjustment and placement as needed.
• Execute and document QC measurements on material samples during operations.

SERVICE AND REPAIRS

• Assist in diagnosing and repairing printer issues, including coordinating parts, performing replacements, and conducting calibrations.
• Operate diagnostic tools such as multimeters to troubleshoot and address technical problems.
• Manage inventory and delivery of replacement parts, ensuring accurate documentation and tracking within ticketing systems.
• Update and maintain detailed work steps and resolutions in ticketing systems to ensure consistent and transparent communication.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of mechanical systems and components.
• Work with electrical wiring and components as required.

PERFORMANCE AND DATA REPORTING

• Ensure 100% compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Provide real-time, proactive reporting on progress updates, milestones, and activities related to prints, mobilizations, and builds

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or related fields.
• Basic proficiency with diagnostic tools such as multimeters to troubleshoot and assess electrical systems.
• Familiarity with mechanical systems, including a basic understanding of components and their functions.
• Familiarity with electrical wiring and components, with the ability to perform tasks under supervision.
• Basic understanding of inventory management systems or ticketing systems for tracking parts and documenting work steps (training provided by ICON).
• Ability to operate heavy machinery under supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to document work and collaborate with team members effectively.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn, with a proactive attitude toward problem-solving.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt in dynamic work environments.
• Proficiency in English.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in manufacturing maintenance, field operations, or a similar hands–on technical environment.
• Strong time–management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast–paced setting.
• Familiarity with multi–axis machinery, such as CNC machines or 3D printers, including basic operation and troubleshooting.
• Proven ability to perform effectively under pressure and adapt to dynamic challenges.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds safely and regularly.
• Comfortable working in various outdoor environments, including extreme temperatures (above 100°F or below freezing), sun, rain, mud, and areas with limited infrastructure (e.g., lack of electricity).
• Comfortable standing and moving on your feet for the majority of the workday as well as climbing ladders and carrying material buckets.
• Willingness to travel for multiple weeks at a time.
• Flexible availability to work nights and weekends as needed.

ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination–free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. It is our policy to administer all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Consistent with the obligations of these laws, ICON will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Furthermore, as a federal government contractor, the Company maintains an affirmative action program which furthers its commitment and complies with record–keeping and reporting requirements under certain federal civil rights laws and regulations, including Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (as amended).

As part of our compliance with these obligations, the Company invites you to voluntarily self-identify as set forth below. Provision of such information is entirely voluntary and a decision to provide or not provide such information will not have any effect on your employment or subject you to any adverse treatment. Any and all information provided will be considered confidential, will be kept separate from your application and/or personnel file, and will only be used in accordance with applicable laws, orders and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement purposes.