Vacuum Furnace Technician 3rd shift

Employnet Workforce Management; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Employnet Workforce Management seeks a Vacuum Furnace Technician to join our manufacturing team in Tampa, FL. You will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high-temperature vacuum furnace systems used in processing critical aerospace components, ensuring safe, efficient and reliable operation.

3rd shift (Sunday-Thursday 10:30p-6:30a) with a $3.00 shift differential. Candidates need 4+ years of industrial vacuum furnace experience, strong electrical/mechanical troubleshooting skills, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding technical documentation.
• Technical training, military experience, or equivalent industrial maintenance experience
• 4+ years of experience maintaining industrial vacuum furnaces, heat treat equipment, or similar manufacturing equipment
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics
• Experience using hand tools, test equipment, and diagnostic instruments
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair vacuum furnace, heat treat, and supporting equipment
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, vacuum, and control system issues
• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, seals, power supplies, and furnace components
• Set up and monitor furnace cycles to support production requirements
• Perform calibration and pyrometry activities as required
• Read electrical and mechanical schematics to troubleshoot equipment problems
• Complete maintenance and repair documentation
• Support production by minimizing equipment downtime
• Follow all quality, safety, environmental, and company standards
• Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Read schematics

PLC familiarity

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Test equipment

Diagnostic instruments

Job description

Up to $39 per hour Tampa, FL Onsite

Job Description

Job Summary

We're looking for a Vacuum Furnace Technician to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you'll install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high-temperature vacuum furnace systems used in the processing of critical aerospace components. You'll play a key role in ensuring thermal processing equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably while supporting production, quality, and customer requirements.

Work That Matters

Your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact—every day.

Shift: 3rd shift, Sunday-Thursday 10:30p-6:30a

Shift Differential: $3.00

What You'll Be Doing

• Troubleshoot and repair vacuum furnace, heat treat, and supporting equipment
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, vacuum, and control system issues
• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, seals, power supplies, and furnace components
• Set up and monitor furnace cycles to support production requirements
• Perform calibration and pyrometry activities as required
• Read electrical and mechanical schematics to troubleshoot equipment problems
• Complete maintenance and repair documentation
• Support production by minimizing equipment downtime
• Follow all quality, safety, environmental, and company standards
• Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding technical documentation.
• Technical training, military experience, or equivalent industrial maintenance experience
• 4+ years of experience maintaining industrial vacuum furnaces, heat treat equipment, or similar manufacturing equipment
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics
• Experience using hand tools, test equipment, and diagnostic instruments
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

Nice to Have

• Experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing
• Knowledge of AMS 2750 and pyrometry requirements
• PLC troubleshooting experience
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, and industrial equipment
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and work in confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
• Ability to work at heights when required
• Must be able to wear required PPE and follow all safety requirements