Facilities Technician - Day Shift (Mon-Fri 7:30A-4P)

Facilities 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 semiconductors 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).

Facilities Technicians play a crucial role in supporting our facilities manager in maintaining the operational efficiency of our Hillsboro facility. Your maintenance skills will be essential in ensuring that all facility services are functioning optimally to support various departments, including manufacturing, engineering, and office staff. The work often requires adherence to strict protocols, especially when operating within a cleanroom environment, where contamination control is paramount. This position not only demands technical skills but also a keen attention to detail and a strong commitment to upholding the highest standards of workplace safety and productivity.

Job Functions And Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring facilities services are available to support manufacturing, engineering and office areas as required.
• Ensure the facility operates within local authority regulations and requirements.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for all employees.
• Complete and document weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly preventative maintenance schedules as required.
• Maintain/repair or oversee contracting of plumbing, HVAC, compressed gases, lighting and wiring repairs and new installations.
• Assist engineering with changes to manufacturing and office area layouts including receiving, moving, installing and connecting facilities to equipment.
• Read facility structural blueprints and be able to perform tasks such as, carpentry, touch up paint, minor wall repairs, and moving of furniture or office equipment.
• Monitor and adjust HVAC controls systems for making adjustments to cleanroom and office areas.
• Perform routine building inspections for facility safety and repairs.
• Monitor and coordinate disposal of hazardous waste. Coordinate with hazardous waste disposal company to ensure waste stream documentation is current to support manufacturing.
• Coordinate disposal of generated recyclable and scrap materials.
• Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience or a formal technical apprenticeship, equivalent education, military, or industry experience.
• Must be willing to serve as a member of the emergency response team (ERT) and safety committee team.
• LME electrician license preferred.
• Training in CPR and/or first-aid is desired.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools.
• Basic understanding of technology and equipment.
• Proven ability to use common hand tools, multimeters, etc. necessary for performing in this role.
• Hands-on experience with one or more of the following systems: HVAC, ultrapure water, gas distribution, chemical distribution, waste treatment, electrical, life safety systems.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Maintain detailed and accurate reports.
• Experience with a computer-based software and building control systems preferred.
• Ability to move and lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work on ladders when required.
• Basic knowledge of handling chemicals and the ability to understand SDS.
• Must be self-motivated and customer service oriented.
• Ability to work in a team environment which requires good interpersonal skills between coworkers and contractors.
• Has a strong safety awareness and mindset. Ability to comply with all environmental, health, and safety requirements.

Preferred

• Technical AS degree or equivalent military training/experience is preferred.
• Preferred higher education or equivalent military experience/training.
• Knowledgeable with HVAC and electrical systems.
• Experience with a computer-based facilities control systems.
• Hands on experience with one or more of the following systems: HVAC, gas distribution, chemical distribution, waste treatment, electrical or life safety systems.
• Training/certification in CPR and/or first aid is desired.

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing, walking, sitting, reading, stooping, climbing ladders, crawling in/through low spaces, hand and finger dexterity, hearing/listening; heavy lifting, and moving/lifting up to 50 lbs. Performance of duties may include exposure to poor lighting, heat, cold, dampness/humidity, chemicals, solvents, dust, dirt, and grease. Must have the ability to work up to 8 hours in a clean room environment, wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and clean room garments.

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits:

• Facilities Technician I - $22.95 to $27.50 per hour
• Facilities Technician II - $25.00 to $31.30 per hour
• Senior Facilities Technician III - $27.00 to $35.10 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

nLIGHT is subject to US export control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status). 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. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.