Maintenance Technician

The Company:

Pacific Aerospace & Electronics (PacAero) is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team. A successful candidate is committed to pushing the boundaries of technology performance and innovation. Join us and connect your career to the future!

PacAeros core businesses include an array of electronic connectors and housings for the worlds most extreme environments.

PacAero is primarily located in Wenatchee WA with a remote manufacturing site Bonded Metals located in Sequim WA. Working together we employ proprietary technologies best practices engineering and specialized manufacturing techniques to produce hermetic connectors and electronic packaging that perform in the worlds most extreme environments. PacAeros products are hard at work in medical components such as cardiac-function devices on key aerospace & defense programs in space and deep below the earths surface.

The Position:

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is in charge of performing ongoing facility maintenance and completing repairs on equipment. Their duties include fixing machinery plumbing heating and wiring inspecting buildings to confirm safety standards and scheduling major repairs with the buildings inhabitants. Perform regular preventative maintenance tasks. Starting job level and wage will be based on experience.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 5:00am-1:30pm

Primary Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with all employees.
• Willingness to adapt work schedule to company needs.
• Consistently at work and on time.
• Following company handbook policy and companies cell phone policy.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
• Observe safety regulations and follow protective equipment requirements. Report hazardous observations to your lead or supervisor.
• Must be able to retain information and show continued progression towards a level II machinist role.

Hiring for 1 of the following levels based on experience:

Maintenance Technician I Responsibilities

• Performing routine maintenance around the building such as fixing structural damage for example window door or wall repair
• Repairing broken or leaking plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures
• Basic knowledge of hand tools
• Applying preventative measures to the building to reduce the risk of future problems such as using a sealant on a flat roof
• Fixing potential safety hazards to avoid injuries
• Painting the building when old paint has become faded or chipped

Maintenance Technician II Responsibilities

• Assisted in performing routine maintenance and repairs on various equipment and facilities ensuring optimal functionality and safety.
• Conducted regular inspections of buildings grounds and equipment to identify and address maintenance needs promptly.
• Supported senior maintenance staff in troubleshooting and resolving mechanical and electrical issues gaining hands-on experience in repair techniques.
• Maintained inventory of maintenance supplies and tools ensuring availability for timely repairs and upkeep.
• Collaborated with team members to complete maintenance projects efficiently adhering to safety protocols and company standards.
• Documented maintenance activities and repairs in logs to track work progress and ensure compliance with maintenance schedules.
• Responded to maintenance requests from staff and management providing prompt and courteous service to enhance workplace conditions.

Maintenance Technician III Responsibilities

• Performs general and specialized maintenance and labor tasks daily as outlined by the maintenance supervisor
• Specialize in one or more building trades such as: carpentry plumbing electrical or other building trades
• Inspects reports records and repairs safety related problems regarding facilities
• Lays out and inspects work and assists crew members
• Cleans and maintains workplace vehicles and equipment in a safe environment
• Transports equipment chairs and furniture between buildings
• Operates power equipment and electrically driven tools for maintenance repair
• Performs plumbing HVAC irrigation carpentry masonry painting electrical and construction tasks
• Participates in snow removal projects during winter months
• Operates and maintains facility mechanical systems
• Operates district maintenance vehicles and attached equipment
• Responds to unforeseen circumstances during off hours
• Performs other tasks and operations as assigned
• Maintain regular on-time attendance
• Manage operations of districts asbestos program
• Assists with maintenance and operations of door/key systems
• Corresponds with district staff and stakeholders via email
• May be asked to translate if applicable

Benefits:

PacAero provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

At PacAero we strive to create an inclusive and supportive work environment and our benefits package is a reflection of this commitment. Our benefit offerings include:

Insurance Benefits: We provide our employees with access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance critical illness hospital indemnity and long-term care to ensure they can prioritize their health and well-being.

Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe in the importance of work-life balance so we offer generous PTO allowances that accrue with each pay period so that our employees can rest and recharge spend time with family and friends or pursue personal interests.

Paid Holidays: We recognize the importance of spending time with loved ones during holidays so our employees receive paid holidays to celebrate and enjoy these moments.

Growth Participation Units (GPUs): We provide growth participation units (GPUs) to our employees which represent a share of the companys growth and success. Our GPUs are issued to all employees and as we increase the value of our business they grow in value as well. When our current private equity firms sells the company GPUs will be paid out with all employees sharing in the profits from the sale.

401(k) w/ Matching: We offer a 100% match up to 4% to help our employees save for their future.

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurances: We want to ensure that our employees are protected in case of unexpected circumstances and provide short-term & long-term disability insurances entirely employer paid.

Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in continuous learning and development and offer tuition reimbursement to support our employees educational goals.

Additional Perks: Our employees enjoy a range of additional benefits such as dependable work schedules overtime opportunities term life & AD&D insurance corporate gym membership discounts and more.

Due to ITAR Requirements all PacAero employees must be classified as US Persons and are required to show proof upon hire. *U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 of the ITAR: U.S. Person means a person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). It also means any corporation business association partnership society trust or any other entity organization or group that is incorporated to do business in the United States.

PacAero provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

Essential:

• Read write speak and comprehend the English language.
• Good computer skills.
• Able to sit and or stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to use a microscope for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to retain information.
• Must have legible handwriting.
• Dependability: Follows instructions responds to management direction.
• Take responsibility for own actions.
• Identify process improvements.
• Requires minimal supervision to perform everyday tasks.
• Demonstrates strong independent thinking with problem solving skills.
• Support company/management decisions.
• Offers help when needed.
• Understanding of the effects of process deviation.
• Advise management of policy violations.

Education/Previous Experience Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• No experience required

Work Environment

• Noise: Machine shop can often be a loud environment with constant noise from equipment requiring mandatory hearing protection.
• Safety hazards: Maintenance techs are exposed to inherent risks from powerful high-speed equipment including moving parts and sharp tools. Safety protocols are critical to prevent injuries.
• Contaminants: The work involves exposure to airborne particles like metal dust coolant mist and chemical fumes necessitating adequate ventilation and protective measures to minimize health risks.
• Protective gear: Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a requirement for safety. This includes safety glasses and hearing protection.
• Shift work: Must be flexible to work any of the following shifts: M-Th 5am-3:30pm M-Th 3:15pm-1:45am Fri-Sun 5am-6pm and Fri-Sun 5pm-6am.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing: Maintenance techs spend long hours on their feet operating and monitoring machines on the shop floor.
• Lifting: The job often requires lifting and moving heavy parts or raw materials. Some roles may involve moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity: Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination are necessary for manipulating tools setting up machines and performing precise measurements.
• Repetitive motion: Many tasks such as loading and unloading workpieces deburring parts inspecting parts are repetitive and can potentially lead to musculoskeletal issues over time.
• Precision and vision: Machinists must have excellent close-up vision depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors to accurately read blueprints inspect finished products and use measuring instruments.
• Stamina: Physical stamina is required for the duration of a shift to perform duties like loading materials monitoring machinery and conducting quality control checks.

In addition all employees of PA&E are expected to

• Promote teamwork and cooperative effort
• Maintain a clean safe and unobstructed work area
• Understand and apply appropriate quality improvement processes