Service Technician 1

Service Technician position based in Alma, MI or Lake Orion, MI.

About the role

You will work within the production facility, performing, documenting, and scheduling all maintenance tasks related to servicing coating and support equipment. This role plays a key leadership part in directing and improving equipment performance, directly impacting overall production output. You may indirectly supervise or mentor others and report directly to the Center Manager with a dotted line to Regional Management.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance on all equipment within the facility, ensuring timely completion based on MES.
• Provide emergency equipment repairs to maintain continuous production.
• Comply with equipment standards set by manufacturers.
• Monitor equipment for shutdowns and process interruptions, creating action plans to resolve issues.
• Ensure equipment reliability meets targets and data is up-to-date on the server.
• Plan, purchase, and maintain proper inventory levels to minimize downtime while controlling costs.
• Enforce safety measures and ensure technicians practice safe work habits.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized work area, including power alleys and support systems.
• Train coating technicians in load building, batch-to-batch exchanges, and 80 batch maintenance.
• Exhibit urgency in daily activities when equipment is unable to run production.
• Complete Technical Directives and communicate Technical Information within the facility.
• Participate as a key member of the facility’s management team.
• Assist in developing an internal inventory management process for production.
• Support equipment installation and retrofits within the facility.
• Collaborate with the Production Technology Department on facility projects.
• Communicate effectively with the Center Manager and Area Service Manager.
• Handle additional service-related projects as needed.

Requirements

• 2-year degree (AA) and/or relevant industry certification in an electro-mechanical discipline; equivalent experience may substitute.
• 2+ years’ experience with HVAC, vacuum technology, automotive, or industrial equipment repair.
• Experience interpreting mechanical and electrical schematics and troubleshooting equipment using them.
• Commitment to corporate core values, goals, mission, and vision.
• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and sense of urgency.
• Previous experience with cutting tools, coating techniques, blasting, or plating strongly desired.
• Comfortable working with hands and able to lift 50 lbs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work overtime when required.
• Must be accessible 24 hours a day to respond to service emergencies due to equipment failures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums and company-sponsored HSA contributions.
• Excellent dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial, and Wellness programs.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning resources.
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources.
• Generous paid time off to support physical and mental well-being.
• 10 observed company holidays plus 2 floating holidays.
• 100% company-paid life insurance and disability insurance.
• Employee Referral Bonus program.

About Us

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials, enhancing product performance, efficiency, and sustainability. Serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors, and tooling, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with around 10,000 employees and achieved sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2025.