Equipment Technician (B/D Shift)

nLIGHT•Vancouver, WA

14d•$24 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

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, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). nLIGHT is seeking an outstanding Equipment Technician to support our maintenance and operations located in Vancouver, Washington.

Requirements

Bond and Test equipment experience preferred
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 communications skill
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 (<75lbs)
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 area
Ability to be on call on a rotating basis, if needed
Must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).

Nice To Haves

Bond and Test equipment experience preferred
Associate Degree in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology or equivalent working experience desired
Prefer prior experience of the Emergency Response Team with ability to wear respirators and SCBA equipment

Responsibilities

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 evaluate 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

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
Shift differentials are paid at the rate of 10% for hours worked between 5:30PM and 12:00AM and at 15% for hours worked between 12:00AM and 5:30AM
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 $40.00 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