Maintenance Technician, Automation

viaPhoton • Naperville, IL

22h • $30 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a hands-on problem solver who enjoys diagnosing and repairing sensitive, high-precision hardware. The technician will build and maintain automation equipment from the ground up, troubleshoot multi-system issues, and collaborate with engineers to ensure equipment operates at peak performance. This is a detail-oriented position where technical skills directly influence production.

Requirements

• 1 to 2 years of hands-on experience in a technical or engineering environment
• Exposure to multiple engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, software)
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools like multimeters, calipers, feeler gauges, and microscopes
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Ability to communicate findings clearly to engineers and operators

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble custom automation equipment from the ground up, including mechanical, electrical, and optical components
• Diagnose and repair equipment issues hands-on, replacing parts, re-soldering connections, realigning optics, and recalibrating sensors
• Calibrate and maintain equipment within precise tolerances using tools like calipers, feeler gauges, and microscopes
• Work across hardware domains including cameras and lenses, machined parts, computer components, electrical systems, and 3D-printed parts
• Troubleshoot alongside engineers and interface with operators to translate floor-level observations into actionable diagnostic information

Benefits

• Robust health, dental, and vision coverage that starts on day 1
• 401(k) with 4% match, vests immediately after a 90-day waiting period
• Flexible PTO that grows over time
• 10 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays
• Monthly team events
• Overtime eligibility
• Tool and certification reimbursement
• $2,000 prepaid card for medical expenses (prorated based on start date)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level