Fractional (Part-Time) Maintenance Technician

About Voxel Voxel Innovations unlocks next-generation performance through Electrochemical Machining (ECM)—including pulsed and hybrid variants—to rapidly and precisely shape specialty metal alloys for aerospace, energy, industrial, AI, and medical customers. Our ~25–30 person team owns every step of the technology life-cycle, translating R&D into production under one roof. The Role Voxel Innovations is seeking a Fractional (Part-Time) Maintenance Technician to own and execute preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of critical facility, CNC, and electrochemical machining infrastructure. This is a hands-on role focused on uptime, reliability, and safe operation of essential equipment in a precision manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for maintaining and improving the reliability of our critical systems—including air compressors, chillers, RO water systems, electrical panels, scrubbers, ventilation, CNC machinery, electrochemical machining (ECM) equipment, and their ancillary process systems. You will also support installation of new equipment, facility upgrades, refurbishment projects, and production infrastructure expansion as Voxel continues to grow. This role is part-time / fractional (hours structured based on workload and preventative maintenance schedule) and is based in Knightdale, NC. About You You are mechanically and electrically strong, practical, and resourceful. You take pride in keeping complex systems running reliably and safely. You think in terms of root causes—not just quick fixes—and you prefer preventative maintenance over reactive firefighting. You are comfortable working independently, organizing your own workload, and partnering with engineers and production team members in a highly technical environment. You know when something can be handled internally and when to escalate to certified specialists. You align with Voxel’s Core Values: Expect Excellence, Do Right By Others, Always Getting Better, What Would Happen If… Job Description Own Equipment & Facility Reliability Ensure uptime of critical infrastructure and production systems (CNC, ECM, utilities including air, water, cooling, and electrical) through disciplined preventative maintenance and rapid troubleshooting. Lead Preventative Maintenance & Failure Prevention Build and execute PM programs, monitor system health, and proactively identify/resolve failure modes before they impact production. Diagnose & Solve Complex Technical Issues Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and fluid system problems across CNC and advanced manufacturing equipment, driving to root cause—not temporary fixes. Install, Upgrade & Scale Production Infrastructure Support installation, commissioning, and continuous improvement of equipment, utilities, and facility systems as the company grows. Drive Safe, High-Standard Maintenance Operations Maintain strong safety practices (LOTO, chemical handling), coordinate with vendors when needed, manage critical spares, and partner with engineering/production to maximize reliability. Qualifications 5+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or technical production environment. Direct experience maintaining CNC machinery required. Experience maintaining advanced manufacturing systems strongly preferred. Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills (rotating equipment, pumps, bearings, seals, alignment). Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and ability to safely inspect and diagnose equipment issues. Familiarity with industrial fluid systems (coolant, water treatment, electrolyte systems). Ability to read mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and electrical schematics. Experience with preventative maintenance programs and CMMS systems preferred. Strong judgment on when to escalate to OEMs or licensed/certified professionals. OSHA/safety training preferred. This position requires access to controlled information under U.S. export control laws. Therefore, applicants must be U.S. persons (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident). Submittal of a brief cover letter describing relevant experience and interest in working at Voxel. Voxel Innovations Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The above job description does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr