Sr. Equipment Technician- Day Shift

nLIGHT, Inc.

Camas (WA)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Equipment Technician II pay

Sr Equipment Technician pay

Shift differential pay

Cash bonus up to 2%

Paid vacation 120h/year

Sick leave

10 paid holidays

Health benefits from start date

Medical, dental & vision

Disability & Life Insurance

FSA & HSA

401(k) with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition assistance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

nLIGHT, headquartered in Camas, WA, is seeking an Equipment Technician to oversee maintenance of Test & Bonding equipment, perform setups, calibrations, troubleshooting, and preventative tasks using CMMS. The role supports tool installation, data collection (including SPC), and is active in continuous improvement and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree and strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to read electrical and pneumatic schematics, work in a clean-room,

Qualifications

3+ years equipment maintenance experience (not required).
Associate Degree in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology or equivalent working experience desired.
Strong background in Equipment Maintenance.
Ability to understand electrical schematics, pneumatic drawings, and piping schematics.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to write technical procedures and work instructions.
General understanding of SPC.
Intermediate Microsoft Office and computer skills.
Must be able to work in a clean-room environment, work from ladders, and lift <75 lbs.
Shift work is required.
Prefer prior experience of the Emergency Response Team with ability to wear respirators and SCBA equipment.
Demonstrates personal modesty with the intent to enhance teamwork dynamics.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain tools and facilities.
Set up, calibrate, troubleshoot, repairs, upgrades and preventative maintenance on Test & Bonding equipment using CMMS.
Support installation of process tools.
Collect and evaluate equipment data, including SPC, to ensure baselines and operations remain in control.
Create preventative maintenance procedures.
Drive improvement through team suggestions and implementation.
Provide recommendations for new or improved procedures.
Responsible for lab safety, spare part inventory, and 5S organization.
Cross-train technicians.
Support operations as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Electrical schematics

Pneumatic drawings

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

SPC knowledge

MS Office

Clean-room work

On-call rotation

Shift work

Education

Associate Degree in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology

Tools

CMMS

Job description

At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high‑power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, aerospace and defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also the things that can be made. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

Schedule: Monday‑Friday 7:30 A – 4 P

Functions

Responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of tools and facilities
Performs set‑up, calibration, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades and preventative maintenance tasks on Test & Bonding equipment using CMMS system
Supports installation of process tools
Collects and evaluates equipment data, including SPC, to ensure equipment baselines and operations remain in control and quality maintenance standards are met
Creates preventative maintenance procedures
Drives/enables suggestions from the team and other sources to implementation, resulting in continuous improvement
Provides recommendations for new or improved procedures
Responsible for lab safety, spare part inventory, and 5S organization
Cross trains other technicians
Supports operations as needed
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Ideal candidate will have 3+ years equipment maintenance experience. (not required)
Associate Degree in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology or equivalent working experience desired
Strong background in Equipment Maintenance
Demonstrated problem‑solving skills
Ability to understand electrical schematics, pneumatic drawings, and piping schematics
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write technical procedures and work instructions
General understanding of SPC
Intermediate Microsoft Office and computer skills
Must be able to work in a clean‑room environment, work from ladders, and lift <75 lbs
Shift work is required
Prefer prior experience of the Emergency Response Team with ability to wear respirators and SCBA equipment
Demonstrates personal modesty with the intent to enhance teamwork dynamics within the group and between cross‑functional areas
Ability to be on call on a rotating basis, if needed

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Starting pay depends on qualifications:
Equipment Technician I – $24.00 to $30.00 per hour
Equipment Technician II – $26.00 to $33.80 per hour
Sr Equipment Technician – $28.50 to $38.50 per hour
Shift differentials are paid at the rate of 10% for hours worked between 5:30 PM and 12:00 AM and at 15% for hours worked between 12:00 AM and 5:30 AM
Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages
120 hours of paid Vacation per year, plus paid Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee‑paid premiums as low as $4.00 per pay period
Company paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Aflac Supplemental Insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave Pay
Tuition Assistance
Pet Insurance

nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age.
For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566‑4460 or office@nlght.com.

E‑Verify Participation: nLIGHT participates in the E‑Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

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