Equipment Technician (B/D Compressed Shift)

Equipment Technician

At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductor and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

nLIGHT is seeking an outstanding Equipment Technician to support our maintenance and operations located in Vancouver, Washington.

The first weeks of training will be training on compressed day shift:

• Shift A: Sunday-Tuesday bi-Wednesday 5A-5:15P
• Shift C: Thursday-Saturday bi-Wednesday 5A-5:15P

Schedule (one on each shift):

• B: Sunday-Tuesday bi-Wednesday 5P-5:15A
• D: Thursday-Saturday bi-Wednesday 5P-5:15A

Functions:

• Responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of tools and facilities
• Performs set-up, calibration, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades and preventative maintenance tasks on Test & Bonding equipment using CMMS system
• Supports installation of process tools
• Collects and evaluate equipment data, including SPC, to ensure equipment baselines and operations remain in control and quality maintenance standards are met
• Creates preventative maintenance procedures
• Drives/enables suggestions from the team and other sources to implementation, resulting in continuous improvement
• Provides recommendations for new or improved procedures
• Responsible for lab safety, spare part inventory, and 5S organization
• Cross trains other technicians
• Supports operations as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bond and Test equipment experience preferred
• Ideal candidate will have 3+ years equipment maintenance experience. (not required)
• Associate Degree in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology or equivalent working experience desired
• Strong background in Equipment Maintenance
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Ability to understand electrical schematics, pneumatic drawings, and piping schematics
• Excellent written and verbal communications skill
• Ability to write technical procedures and work instructions
• General understanding of SPC
• Intermediate Microsoft office and computer skills
• Must be able to work in a clean room environment, work from ladders, and lift (<75lbs)
• Shift work is required
• Prefer prior experience of the Emergency Response Team with ability to wear respirators and SCBA equipment
• Demonstrates personal modesty with the intent to enhance teamwork dynamics within the group and between cross-functional area
• Ability to be on call on a rotating basis, if needed

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Starting pay depends on qualifications:
• Equipment Technician I - $24.00 to $30.00 per hour
• Equipment Technician II - $26.00 to $33.80 per hour
• Shift differentials are paid at the rate of 10% for hours worked between 5:30PM and 12:00AM and at 15% for hours worked between 12:00AM and 5:30AM
• Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages
• 120 hours of paid Vacation per year, plus paid Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
• Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave Pay
• Tuition Assistance
• Pet Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age.