Who We Are At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductor s and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
nLIGHT is seeking an outstanding Equipment Technician to support our maintenance and operations located in Vancouver, Washington.
- The first weeks of training will be training on compressed day shift
- Shift A: Sunday-Tuesday bi-Wednesday 5A-5:15P
- Shift C: Thursday-Saturday bi-Wednesday 5A-5:15P
Functions
- Responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of tools and facilities
- Performs set-up, calibration, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades and preventative maintenance tasks on Test & Bonding equipment using CMMS system
- Supports installation of process tools
- Collects and evaluate equipment data, including SPC, to ensure equipment baselines and operations remain in control and quality maintenance standards are met
- Creates preventative maintenance procedures
- Drives/enables suggestions from the team and other sources to implementation, resulting in continuous improvement
- Provides recommendations for new or improved procedures
- Responsible for lab safety, spare part inventory, and 5S organization
- Cross trains other technicians
- Supports operations as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bond and Test equipment experience preferred
- Ideal candidate will have 3+ years equipment maintenance experience. (not required)
- Associate Degree in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology or equivalent working experience desired
- Strong background in Equipment Maintenance
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills
- Ability to understand electrical schematics, pneumatic drawings, and piping schematics
- Excellent written and verbal communications skill
- Ability to write technical procedures and work instructions
- General understanding of SPC
- Intermediate Microsoft office and computer skills
- Must be able to work in a clean room environment, work from ladders, and lift (
- Shift work is required
- Prefer prior experience of the Emergency Response Team with ability to wear respirators and SCBA equipment
- Demonstrates personal modesty with the intent to enhance teamwork dynamics within the group and between cross-functional area
- Ability to be on call on a rotating basis, if needed
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Starting pay depends on qualifications:
Equipment Technician I - $24.00 to $30.00 per hour Equipment Technician II - $26.00 to $33.80 per hour
- Shift differentials are paid at the rate of 10% for hours worked between 5:30PM and 12:00AM and at 15% for hours worked between 12:00AM and 5:30AM
- Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages
- 120 hours of paid Vacation per year, plus paid Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
- Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave Pay
- Tuition Assistance
- Pet Insurance
- E-Verify Participation Poster
- Right to Work Poster
Job ID: 523261496
Originally Posted on: 6/2/2026
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