Maintenance Technician III

Lyten • San Jose, CA

17d • $38 - $57

About The Position

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products — from lithium–sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next-generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense. At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials — we’re about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made. We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators. Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself — where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century.

Requirements

• Proficiency in: Electrical systems, Mechanical systems, PLC ladder logic, Vacuum, Hydraulics and pneumatics
• Experience creating and maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform routine and preventive maintenance on vacuum-based semiconductor tools.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, vacuum diagrams, flowcharts, and OEM manuals.
• Capable of following written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to work productively and collaboratively with employees and leadership at all levels.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with all safety procedures.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve equipment maintenance issues efficiently and effectively.
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Electronics or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on experience working with semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Strong technical foundation in pneumatics, electrical systems, PLCs, automation, and mechanical systems.
• This role will require long periods of standing in a laboratory environment.
• The employee will be required to use his or her hands for lab instrument and equipment operation.
• Must pass a respirator fitment test.
• Required chem-/bio-safety training upon hiring.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or move objects up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues promptly to maintain optimal tool uptime.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on tool sets to ensure performance meets specifications.
• Collaborate with Engineering and cross‑functional teams to improve tool reliability, reduce green‑to‑green time, enhance preventive maintenance (PM) effectiveness, and resolve yield issues.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of electrical and electronic schematics, pneumatic and mechanical diagrams, and OEM tool manuals.

Benefits

• In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees