Service Technician Level 1

Vac-Tech, a Busch Vacuum company, is a leading re-manufacturer of vacuum pumps and gate valves, for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling.

Vac-Tech has an immediate direct-hire opportunity for Service Technician 1 at our service center in Tempe, Az!  The work schedule is M-F 7am-330pm.  The targeted compensation range for this position is $18-20 per hour, depending on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. 

A Service Technician 1 prepares equipment for our vacuum pump remanufacturing process.  The primary responsibilities are to clean vacuum pump components using a high-pressure parts washer, bead blaster, sand blaster, or other cleaning equipment.

If you are a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with a mechanical aptitude, looking to join an amazing team, apply NOW for an opportunity to find out why Vac-Tech is an amazing place to work!

Job Responsibilities

• Clean vacuum pump components using a high-pressure parts washer, bead blaster, sand blaster, or other cleaning equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on shop equipment as part of the Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) program.
• Safely and productively operate material handling equipment, forklift, pallet jacks, and overhead cranes.
• Assemble crates and product packaging for shipping pumps and parts.
• Work independently or as a team, as necessary, to fulfill department and Vac-Tech goals and objectives.
• Assist with implementing and maintaining Lean activities to improve flow and reduce waste as directed by Management.
• Perform processes and procedures while maintaining measurable and productive output as defined by production goals.
• Must comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures while reporting all unsafe activities and concerns to the supervisor, safety officer, or human resources.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment: Preferred
• Education: High School graduate or General Education Degree- Required
• Computer skills: Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software- Required

Personal Qualifications

• Work with a high level of initiative, be self-motivated, and possess professional maturity
• Must be detail, goal, and safety-oriented
• Must be organized and maintain a clean and orderly workspace
• Must possess a positive attitude, be dependable, and be trustworthy
• Work independently or as a team, as necessary, to fulfill department and Vac-Tech goals and objectives
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills in English

Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to pass a 9-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
  • Most felonies are a disqualifier, and misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis
• Must pass respirator fit test (annual retesting required)
  • Must be willing to maintain facial hair to a minimum for respirator fitment
• Must be willing and able to utilize all required PPE

Physical Requirements

• • Constant reaching outward, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 10lbs
  • Frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 25lbs
  • Occasional climbing, squatting, kneeling, reaching above the shoulder, and lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 50lbs
  • All applicants must be able to hear and see audible and visual alarms and must be able to wear all required PPE, such as safety shoes, electrical hazards, safety glasses, and hearing protection.