Equipment Maintenance Technician

Summary:

The Equipment Technician is responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of equipment used in the manufacturing process to ensure the successful execution of production activities all in accordance with the high industry standards and manufacturing timescales.

Work hours for maintenance technicians are assigned in 12-hour shifts, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

Responsibilities:

Ability to work comfortably while supporting all safety, PPE, and cleanroom protocol procedures. 

Will be responsible for process technologies such as pneumatics, robotics, conveyance, vacuum systems, gas fired ovens, pumps, encoders, flow control, and pressure management devices among an array of supporting technologies.

Responsible for performing mechanical troubleshooting and repair of all solar manufacturing toolsets/equipment.

Responsible for installing, dismantling, adjusting, repairing and assembling solar equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repairing manuals, rough sketches or drawings. May also include equipment modifications as directed by Engineering. 

Pro-actively search out potential equipment problems and work with team members to avoid or resolve

Participate and contribute to continuous improvement and problem-solving activities

Perform all required preventive maintenance on all process tools and equipment

Proficiently perform general PC functions on a regular basis

Work with previously and following shift team members to ensure smooth shift transitions

Follow written specifications and procedures 

Assist in solving problems and record observations during the data collection process 

Complete reports when necessary

Interact, support or assist manufacturing/production personnel

Research opportunities for cost reduction and make suggestions/recommendations for implementation

Attend scheduled corporate training and meetings

Accept and complete other duties and tasks as required