Optical Laboratory Maintenance Technician

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Since 1915 Walman Optical has been synonymous with excellence in optical services. Serving a vast network of eye care professionals we pride ourselves on delivering advanced eyewear solutions and unparalleled service contributing to exceptional patient experiences. Become part of our vision where weve entwined cutting-edge technology with revolutionary products for partners worldwide.

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Your Role at a Glance

The Optical Laboratory Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in the upkeep of our labs machinery. Youll be responsible for ensuring that every piece of equipment operates seamlessly facilitating the installation of new technologies and maintaining essential parts inventories.

Main Tasks and Duties

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance to secure the continuous safe and efficient operation of machinery. Innovate and apply improvements for better performance; safely handle tools.
• Identify and rectify mechanical failures and troubles in lab systems. Refurbish and replace equipment and subassemblies when required. Fit minor components and settings.
• Implement new machinery and conduct operator training on maintenance and operations; participate actively in learning sessions to broaden your knowledge about machinery.
• Ensure the tool equipment and parts inventory are sufficient by managing purchase orders efficiently.
• Engage in general building maintenance tasks.
• Leverage technology to log work details and track work orders systematically.
• Communicate effectively with vendors peers and supervisors offering timely feedback and resolving maintenance issues collaboratively.
• Participate in projects that reengineer and refashion lab and infrastructure frameworks for optimized efficiency.
• Coordinate with the Director of Operations on specific project objectives to move our vision forward.
• Maintain an organized clean and safe working environment.
• Follow company and manufacturer protocols diligently ensuring adherence to safety standards and safeguarding confidential information.
• Embrace teamwork and maintain a cooperative attitude to achieve shared goals and deadlines with efficacy.
• Mentor and guide less experienced team members and continue to expand personal expertise through training.
• Additional responsibilities may be undertaken as required.

Preferred Background

• High School diploma GED or equivalent coupled with specialized training in mechanical or related fields;
• 5 years experience specializing in mechanical and/or maintenance roles.
• Aptitude for pneumatics hydraulics electrical systems fabrication or mechatronics/automation.
• Proficiency in meeting deadlines ensuring completion rigorously.
• Computer proficiency for managing parts orders and maintenance logs.
• Physical capacity to lift over 60 pounds and use engineering tools like pallet jacks for heavier equipment.

Pay Range: $17.00 - 35.81

Employee compensation is informed by factors such as geography experience qualifications and skills alongside aligning with local wage standards. Additionally a comprehensive bonus or commission plan may complement our premium rewards package. Enjoy benefits such as healthcare retirement plans vacation time and a host of employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring request a reasonable accommodation please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email

We are an Equal Opportunity qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender national origin social origin social condition being perceived as a victim of domestic violence sexual aggression or stalking religion age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression citizenship ancestry veteran or military status marital status pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave) genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.