Swing Shift Maintenance Machine Technician

Torus•Salt Lake City, UT

23h•$32 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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).

Responsibilities

Lead 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.

Benefits

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
Vision insurance
Telehealth services
Mental health support and coaching
Exclusive discounts on brands, dining, entertainment, and more
10 days annual PTO
10 paid company holidays
Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave
Regular company-wide offsites
Torus branded gear
Peer Recognition Program
Fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks