Senior Pilot Maintenance Technician
Blue CurrentHayward, California
Full Time
Posted October 29, 2025
$35 - $44
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Job Description
A maintenance technician role focused on maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing equipment used in the manufacturing of solid-state batteries, supporting process improvements, safety compliance, and equipment documentation in a high-tech, clean manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, cleaning, and calibration of solid-state battery manufacturing equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime.
- Assist in equipment setup, changeover, and process optimization.
- Support installation, commissioning, and implementation of new manufacturing equipment.
- Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain detailed maintenance logs, equipment documentation, and spare parts inventory.
- Collaborate with engineering teams on equipment improvements and process deviations.
- Participate in safety training and maintain expertise in handling specialized materials.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Technology, or related technical field or technical certification from accredited trade school or equivalent military training
- Forklift and aerial lift certifications or ability to obtain
- 8 years of experience in manufacturing equipment maintenance, preferably in Li ion battery, all solid-state battery manufacturing, ceramics, or advanced materials industries
- Experience with automated manufacturing systems, PLCs, and industrial control systems
- Familiarity with powder handling systems, sintering processes, chemical material processes, Li ion battery manufacturing process including formation
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and P IDs
- Experience with predictive maintenance techniques such as vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis
- Basic welding and fabrication skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Flexibility to work various shifts and respond to emergency calls
Benefits & Perks
Salary range of 35 to 43.75 USD per hour
Work schedule Monday to Friday, with potential for shift work to support 24/7 operations
Manufacturing environment with dry air, clean room, and inert gases
Controlled atmosphere environment requiring appropriate PPE and safety protocols
Opportunities for overtime, weekend work, and emergency response calls
Potential for work in confined spaces or at heights
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