Swing Shift Maintenance Machine Technician

Torus; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

401(k)

Health benefits

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Torus in Salt Lake City leads energy infrastructure development and manufacturing. The Maintenance Machine Tech A role focuses on hands-on repair, precision alignment, PM, and capital improvements for CNCs, lasers, waterjets, and automated systems.

You will mentor junior technicians, manage PMs, and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and PLC failures to minimize downtime while supporting scale of GigaOne facility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of strong expertise in industrial electrical systems, PLCs, and pumps.
• Advanced troubleshooting on CNCs, lasers, waterjets, and presses.
• Familiar with electrical schematics, blueprints, and ladder logic.
• Experience with CMMS and LMS systems; strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead inspection, servicing, setup, and repair with minimal supervision.
• Own PM scheduling, review reports, and develop PM instructions.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, PLC, and software systems.
• Direct on-site response to machine-down outages to minimize downtime.
• Act as High-Level Production Support during peak hours to boost throughput.
• Lead capital improvement projects from concept to sign-off.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

PLCs

Troubleshooting complex machinery

Mechanical/electrical integration

LOTO procedures

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

High-stress problem solving

Education

Associate degree or trade school in electrical/mechatronics

Tools

CMMS

LMS/Spreadsheets

Job description

Swing Shift Maintenance Machine Technician

Torus is headquartered in Utah and is expanding manufacturing at our 545,000-square-foot facility in Salt Lake City called GigaOne. We are the world’s first mesh energy infrastructure, uniting communities through resilient, sustainable, and intelligent power. We design, engineer, manufacture, install, and support our systems end-to-end, standing behind them throughout their lifecycle. Torus systems help reduce costs, lower emissions, and protect facilities from outages, while strengthening the security and reliability of the broader utility grid. Torus is committed to American manufacturing, engineering excellence, and building energy systems that last.

Torus has raised over $267 million from investors like Magnetar, Mercado, ICONIQ and Origin Ventures. The investments are helping to accelerate deployment of modular power plants across utilities, data centers, and industrial sectors. This investor confidence reflects the strength of our team, technology as well as the scale of the problem we are solving.

At Torus, you will be part of something larger than a single product or technology. Your work will help build energy infrastructure that supports and strengthens our electrical grid, critical systems, industry, and communities for decades to come. We value accountability, collaboration, and clear thinking. We are looking for people who want to solve hard problems and build things that matter.

About the Role

As a Maintenance Machine Tech A, you will serve as the senior technical leader on the front lines of Torus’s manufacturing mission. You will be responsible for the hands-on repair, precision alignment, preventive maintenance, and capital improvement of advanced industrial machinery—including CNC equipment, lasers, waterjets, and automated systems. Reporting to the Director of HSE & Facilities, you will direct shift priorities, mentor other tech staff, and rapidly troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and PLC failures to minimize downtime. During peak operational hours, you will also act as a High-Level Production Support Specialist to optimize machine throughput and keep production moving as we scale renewable energy infrastructure.

Who You Are

You are an experienced, self-motivated industrial maintenance expert who thrives in a fast-paced, rapidly scaling manufacturing environment. You bring deep technical knowledge in mechanical, electrical, and PLC systems, combined with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset. You stay calm and composed under pressure, approaching complex machine breakdowns with clear logic and urgent problem-solving. As a natural technical leader and safety role model, you take pride in mentoring junior technicians, collaborating across teams, and maintaining high 5S and standard work principles. Most importantly, you are passionate about solving complex engineering and climate challenges, eager to master new technologies, and excited to help build reliable, clean energy infrastructure that lasts.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Machine Tech A leads the inspection, servicing, setup, and repair of equipment across the facility with minimal supervision:

• Perform complex mechanical repairs, full rebuilds, setups, and teardowns on manufacturing assets, including multi-axis machines, automated controllers, robotics, CNC Machines, Laser Cutting systems, Waterjet Cutting equipment, and Presses.
• Execute routine and in-depth preventive maintenance (PM) inspections and servicing to catch deficiencies before they cause failure.
• Own PM scheduling for the team, review reports, technical diagrams, and blueprints, and lead the development of PM instructions with Production.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex mechanical, electrical (high- and low-voltage), hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, motor control, pump, and software systems.
• Respond immediately to machine-down emergency conditions on the production floor, directing Tech B and Tech C support as needed to minimize downtime.
• Serve as a High-Level Production Support Specialist during peak operational hours—proactively monitoring machine performance and providing immediate technical intervention to optimize throughput when maintenance backlogs are clear.
• Perform machine leveling, precision alignment, and mechanical assembly maintenance.
• Assist in the layout, setup, and movement of new manufacturing equipment during GigaOne facility expansion.
• Identify, source, and replace parts; manage critical spares inventory and coordinate with external suppliers or maintenance vendors as needed.
• Lead assigned capital improvement projects from concept to completion (drawings, BOM, part fabrication/sourcing, PLC programming, assembly, testing, and safety sign-off).
• Inspect facility infrastructure and utility systems regularly to identify and address potential issues prior to equipment failure.
• Utilize designated maintenance windows for deep-cleans, facility renovations, and long-term equipment upgrades.
• Install and maintain electrical distribution (up to 480V and 400A), run conduit, voice/data lines, liquid/pneumatic plumbing, and air lines as required.
• Maintain 5S standards, housekeeping, and visual management across all maintenance shop areas and equipment bays.
• Maintain accurate, real-time records of all work orders, PM history, and training documentation in Torus's CMMS and LMS tools.
• Serve as a safety role model and positive technical influence for the maintenance team. Perform other duties and projects as assigned by management.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Experience

• 5+ years of strong expertise in industrial electrical systems (both high-voltage and low-voltage), PLCs, motor controls, pneumatics, hydraulics, motors, and pumps.
• Advanced troubleshooting and setup experience with specialized machinery, including CNC machines, laser cutters, waterjets, and industrial presses.
• Deep understanding of electrical schematics, blueprints, engineering drawings, ladder logic, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with CMMS programs (work order management, PM scheduling) and LMS/spreadsheet applications.
• Deep knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols; ability to develop, train on, and enforce LOTO procedures.
• Working knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) principles. Strong math, time-management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and clear decision-making during high-stress machine-down situations.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills for technical manuals, safety documentation, and cross-team coordination.

Preferred Experience

• Associate degree, vocational training, or trade school completion in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics disciplines.
• Active OSHA-compliant Forklift Certification.
• Minimum 3 to 5+ years of hands-on experience maintaining, setup, and repairing heavy industrial machinery.
• 3+ years of machine rebuild and major equipment servicing experience. 3+ years of industrial electrical wiring and controls troubleshooting experience.
• 3+ years installing and servicing utility systems (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, water, data).

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Location + Travel The role is based at our Salt Lake Headquarters, GigaOne. May require occasional onsite work in our South Salt Lake R&D warehouse.
Schedule Full-Time, Hourly

Shift Differential: an additional 10% of base hourly rate for swing shift.

Compensation $32 - $45 (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
• Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.
• Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status.

• Employee Rewards Package including equity
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Torus paid life and AD&D Insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance
• Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA-eligible medical plans with Torus covering 50% of medical premiums; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
• Plan participants have access to telehealth services, mental health support and coaching, and exclusive discounts on brands, dining, entertainment, and more.

Time Off

• 10 days annual PTO
• 10 paid company holidays
• Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave

Culture & Community

• Regular company-wide offsites to showcase our progress and learnings. A time to step back, think strategically, and work on the business together.
• Team members receive Torus branded gear
• Fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks. Because great work deserves great fuel.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Torus participates in E-Verify. Once you accept a job offer, we will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.