Senior CNC Maintenance Tech (Aerospace) – Day Shift

Precision Castparts; Algona (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in United States (Washington state) seeks a CNC Maintenance Mechanic Technician Level 3/4 to ensure reliable operation of CNC milling and turning equipment, including spindles, ball screws, hydraulics, and electrical controls. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance and advanced troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.

Shift is Monday–Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with occasional on‑call weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6-10 years Aerospace or mechanical experience preferred - Level 3.
• 10+ years Aerospace or mechanical experience preferred - Level 4.
• Can work without supervision.
• Familiar with hand-held tools such as drills; able to operate drill press, mill, and lathe when required; light welding and fabrication as required.
• Blueprint and schematic reading, basic shop math, GD&T; familiar with metric and English systems of measurement.
• General Tier II level aerospace machining and assembly concepts.
• Good manual dexterity with ability to maintain close tolerances.
• Capable of using a variety of manufacturing tools and measuring devices.
• Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair CNC machines, mill, lathes, bar feeders, and related automation to ensure proper operating condition.
• Perform advanced mechanical troubleshooting and repair including spindles, turrets, ball screws, bearings, and alignment.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and lubrication systems including pumps, valves, hoses, and gear boxes.
• Diagnose and resolve NC/CNC mechanical and basic electrical / control issues using schematics and diagnostic tools.
• Replace and install electrical components such as sensors, switches, relays, contactors, and fuses.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks per manufacturer guidelines.
• Support facility maintenance activities including plumbing and general building repairs.
• Operate powered industrial equipment including hoists and lifts.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Use machine tool manuals, technical documents, and internal and vendor resources to research machine issues.
• Work based on a sense of urgency with machine down conditions.
• Follow daily and weekly work orders under the direction of supervision to prioritize maintenance and repair activities.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair CNC machines including 3 and 4 axis vertical Mills, conventional CNC lathes, and multi-axis CNC mill-turn machines.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance by inspecting oil and coolant levels; clearing ducts and cavities of debris; inspecting hoses, belts, seals, and similar items for wear; chip removal; adjustment of machines to recommended settings as needed
• Maintain machines, machine pallets, tool carousels, and surrounding areas in a clean and orderly manner
• Perform special projects and other duties as required
• Lead advanced troubleshooting, repair, rebuild, and optimization of all mechanical, electrical, electronic, and automated systems
• Diagnose and repair PLCs, HMIs, CNC controls, servo systems, drives, and control circuits

Skills

Manual dexterity

Blueprint reading

Schematic reading

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Drill press

Milling machine

Lathe

Measuring devices

Job description

Precision Castparts in United States (Washington state) seeks a CNC Maintenance Mechanic Technician Level 3/4 to ensure reliable operation of CNC milling and turning equipment, including spindles, ball screws, hydraulics, and electrical controls. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance and advanced troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.

Shift is Monday–Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with occasional on‑call weekends.