Lab Operations Technician

Lab Operations Technician Location: Belmont, Hybrid. Employment Type: Full time. Department: R&D – Mechanical Engineering. About Gritt Robotics: Gritt Robotics is building general-purpose intelligence for the physical world — robots that can work in the unstructured, unpredictable conditions of real construction sites. Our mission is to help civilization build infrastructure faster, and we do it by creating intelligence that generalizes across the messy environments where most automation breaks down. Role We're looking for a full-time Lab & Shop Technician to own the cleanliness, organization, and physical readiness of our lab. This is a hands‑on role for someone meticulous and technically capable, who keeps the space pristine, the equipment staged and working, and the whole environment ready for serious engineering at all times. What You’ll Do Keep the lab clean, organized, and in pristine condition day-to-day, including floor care and common areas. Arrange and maintain workstations, staging areas, and equipment zones so engineers can move fast. Care for and properly stage sensitive hardware – robots, cameras, LiDAR units, tools, and components. Manage organization and basic inventory of tools, parts, and supplies. Maintain machine shop equipment and keep it in good working order. Run and manage 3D print queues, keeping printers stocked, calibrated, and producing. Maintain order and safety around heavy equipment and active work areas. Spot what needs attention before anyone asks, and handle it. What We’re Looking For Someone who takes genuine ownership and pride in a well‑kept space. High attention to detail and a strong sense of order. Comfortable in a hands‑on, industrial, hardware‑heavy environment, including lifting up to 50 lbs. Valid forklift certification, or willingness to obtain one – training will be provided. Reliable, proactive, and self‑directed. A “no task is beneath me” mindset – founders take out the trash, and we expect everyone to pitch in wherever needed. A Plus (or Aptitude To Learn) Managing 3D print queues and maintenance. Maintaining machine shop equipment. Why Gritt You’ll work alongside a team building robotics for the real world. The lab you keep in top shape is where the next generation of construction robotics is being built – and your work makes that possible. Gritt Robotics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr Climactic