Facilities Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Facilities Maintenance Technician supports the daily operation and reliability of production and facility equipment used in brazing, plating, sputtering, cleanroom, and inspection processes. This hands-on role performs preventive maintenance, basic repairs, troubleshooting, documentation, and assists with equipment installations and facility upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Perform and own routine preventive maintenance on production equipment, including ovens, plating lines, vacuum furnaces, sputtering systems, leak testers, XRF units, profilometers, and other process tools.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and facility-related issues at a technician level.
• Support daily equipment checks, start-ups, shutdowns, and monitoring activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all maintenance work, including logs, checklists, work orders, and parts usage.
• Assist with equipment installations, facility upgrades, and small infrastructure projects.
• Help manage inventory of spare parts, consumables, and maintenance supplies.
• Work with production, engineering, and quality to ensure equipment performs reliably for daily operations.
• Follow proper handling procedures for chemicals, tools, and cleanroom materials.
• Follow all company safety policies and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Update preventive maintenance schedules and work instructions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years of experience in equipment maintenance, facilities maintenance, manufacturing support, or related technical work.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, hand tools, and diagnostic methods.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and equipment documentation.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Ability to work safely around chemicals, hot equipment, vacuum systems, and electrical components under supervision.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Basic computer skills for logging maintenance activities and reading equipment documentation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic electrical troubleshooting (low voltage, sensors, switches, wiring).
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance systems or CMMS software.
• HVAC, vacuum systems, or instrumentation experience a plus.
• Forklift, scissor lift, or aerial lift certification (or ability to obtain).
• Technical school or trade school experience.
• Experience with hand-held metrology tools, microscopes, or inspection equipment useful.

Skills

• Equipment maintenance and repair skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Physical stamina and dexterity.

Benefits

• Total Rewards: Compensation range from $54,200.00 - $81,400.00, depending on experience.
• Potential for performance-based bonus plan.
• Comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings, including:
• Health benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings program with company match
• PTO
• and more.

Interested candidates should visit our careers page for more information: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/

IDEX is an equal opportunity employer and offers employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.