Service Technician/Helium Leak Detectors & Vacuum Pump Repair

Laco Technologies Inc•Salt Lake City, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

LACO Technologies is seeking a Service Technician to diagnose, service, repair, rebuild, and overhaul helium leak detectors, vacuum pumps, and related instrumentation. This equipment supports customers in aerospace, automotive, medical, pharmaceutical, and other technology-driven industries. This role is ideal for a hands-on electromechanical technician who enjoys diagnosing equipment problems, rebuilding mechanical components, working independently, and providing knowledgeable technical support to customers and internal teams.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of related experience in equipment service, maintenance, mechanical repair, pump repair, or another hands-on technical field
Strong mechanical aptitude and experience disassembling, inspecting, repairing, and reassembling equipment
Ability to recognize component wear, contamination, damaged seals, bearing issues, and other mechanical problems
Experience using hand tools, torque tools, precision measuring instruments, and electronic test equipment
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, mechanical drawings, electronic schematics, and wiring diagrams
Experience troubleshooting electromechanical instrumentation or industrial equipment
Experience completing service documentation, repair records, and service logs
Strong organization, communication, and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Experience servicing or rebuilding vacuum pumps, compressors, industrial pumps, motors, or similar rotating equipment is strongly preferred
Technical certification or post-high-school training in electronics, industrial maintenance, automotive or diesel technology, machining, mechanics, or a related field is preferred
Vacuum technology and helium leak testing experience is helpful, but not required

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and overhaul vacuum pumps, helium leak detectors, and related equipment
Disassemble, clean, inspect, measure, and reassemble pump components
Identify worn or damaged components, including seals, bearings, valves, gaskets, and mechanical assemblies
Perform preventive maintenance and functional testing on repaired equipment
Troubleshoot vacuum, mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, electronic, and electromechanical systems
Use hand tools, precision measuring tools, electronic test equipment, schematics, and wiring diagrams
Maintain equipment used in LACO’s rental fleet, calibration lab, service operations, and assembly areas
Document repairs, parts used, test results, and completed service work
Provide technical support and equipment guidance to customers and internal teams