Equipment Maintenance Technician
The Valentino Group, Alameda, CA, United States
Equipment Maintenance Technician
Overview
Our clients test and production teams depend on a mix of
custom and commercial equipment
— from
high‑vacuum chambers and thermal systems
to
CNC machines and automated test stands . As an
Equipment Maintenance Technician , you’ll keep critical systems running
safely, reliably, and with minimal downtime . You’ll troubleshoot breakdowns, execute preventive maintenance, and help implement improvements that increase uptime and performance—directly supporting the pace and quality of spacecraft hardware builds and testing.
What You’ll Do
Preventive Maintenance:
Perform inspections, lubrication, calibration, and performance checks on production and test equipment
Troubleshooting & Repair:
Diagnose and repair
mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and vacuum‑related
issues to restore operations quickly
Work Orders & Documentation:
Track tasks, log repair history, and manage spares/consumables in a
CMMS
(or similar system)
Cross‑Functional Support:
Partner with engineers, test operators, and facilities to understand equipment usage and prevent recurring failures
Reliability Improvements:
Identify failure patterns and support upgrades, rebuilds, redesigns, and root‑cause fixes
Safety & Compliance:
Follow
LOTO , PPE, and equipment safety procedures—every time
What We’re Looking For (Required)
3+ years
in equipment maintenance, industrial service, or mechanical repair (manufacturing, R&D, aerospace, or similar)
Ability to read
mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
Skilled with hand tools, diagnostic instruments, and electrical test equipment
Calm, organized, and responsive during downtime events
Strong communication and documentation habits
Nice to Have
Experience with
high‑vacuum
and/or
thermal
systems
Working knowledge of
CMMS
tools (e.g., UpKeep, Fiix, or similar)
Basic familiarity with
controls/PLC systems
or Python-based automation
Aerospace or advanced manufacturing background
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Overview
Our clients test and production teams depend on a mix of
custom and commercial equipment
— from
high‑vacuum chambers and thermal systems
to
CNC machines and automated test stands . As an
Equipment Maintenance Technician , you’ll keep critical systems running
safely, reliably, and with minimal downtime . You’ll troubleshoot breakdowns, execute preventive maintenance, and help implement improvements that increase uptime and performance—directly supporting the pace and quality of spacecraft hardware builds and testing.
What You’ll Do
Preventive Maintenance:
Perform inspections, lubrication, calibration, and performance checks on production and test equipment
Troubleshooting & Repair:
Diagnose and repair
mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and vacuum‑related
issues to restore operations quickly
Work Orders & Documentation:
Track tasks, log repair history, and manage spares/consumables in a
CMMS
(or similar system)
Cross‑Functional Support:
Partner with engineers, test operators, and facilities to understand equipment usage and prevent recurring failures
Reliability Improvements:
Identify failure patterns and support upgrades, rebuilds, redesigns, and root‑cause fixes
Safety & Compliance:
Follow
LOTO , PPE, and equipment safety procedures—every time
What We’re Looking For (Required)
3+ years
in equipment maintenance, industrial service, or mechanical repair (manufacturing, R&D, aerospace, or similar)
Ability to read
mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
Skilled with hand tools, diagnostic instruments, and electrical test equipment
Calm, organized, and responsive during downtime events
Strong communication and documentation habits
Nice to Have
Experience with
high‑vacuum
and/or
thermal
systems
Working knowledge of
CMMS
tools (e.g., UpKeep, Fiix, or similar)
Basic familiarity with
controls/PLC systems
or Python-based automation
Aerospace or advanced manufacturing background
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