American Photonics

Overview

American Photonics is a U.S. manufacturer of precision optical components and infrared windows for various markets including aerospace and defense. They are seeking an Equipment & Facility Maintenance Technician to ensure the safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facility infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot CNC machines, polishing equipment, grinders, compressors, chillers, pumps, vacuum systems, and other production machinery.
• Install, assemble, calibrate, and test new manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain equipment lubrication schedules and preventive maintenance programs.
• Respond quickly to equipment failures to minimize production downtime.
• Maintain maintenance logs, work orders, and repair records using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Recommend equipment improvements that increase productivity, safety, and reliability.
• Maintain the building's electrical, plumbing, HVAC, compressed air, lighting, and mechanical systems.
• Perform routine facility inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Repair walls, doors, ceilings, flooring, windows, fixtures, and general building infrastructure.
• Coordinate with outside contractors for specialized repairs and inspections.
• Assist with facility renovations, office moves, equipment relocation, and space planning.
• Ensure emergency systems, fire protection equipment, and safety equipment remain operational.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.
• Support environmental, health, and safety initiatives.
• Maintain clean and organized maintenance areas.
• Ensure compliance with lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Properly handle hazardous materials and waste disposal when required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance or facilities maintenance experience.
• Experience maintaining manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of electric motors, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, bearings and power transmission, pumps and compressors.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical drawings.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely on ladders or elevated platforms.
• Technical school certification in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, or Mechatronics.
• Manufacturing experience in precision machining, optics, aerospace, defense, or electronics.
• Basic PLC troubleshooting experience.
• Welding or fabrication experience.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Forklift certification.
• Experience using CMMS software.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 or AS9100 manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of cleanroom or environmentally controlled manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance requests.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
• Positive attitude with a customer-service mindset toward internal departments.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and reach.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Work around moving mechanical equipment.
• Occasionally work in confined spaces or elevated locations.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

Additional Information

• Work Location: In person
• Ability to Commute: Sarasota, FL 34243 (Required)