Equipment Maint Tech III, Project Kuiper

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Project Kuiper is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite broadband network. Its mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers and communities around the world, and we’ve designed the system with the capacity, flexibility, and performance to serve a wide range of customers, from individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.

We are seeking highly skilled and motivated Equipment Mechanics specializing in Preventative Maintenance to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial equipment installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance, as well as a passion for ensuring optimal equipment performance in production and development environments.

We have multiple shifts available in both Redmond and Kirkland locations.

Shift Hours: (4x10hrs)

1st shift : 6:00 am - 4:30 pm PST (Sun - Wed) OR

1st shift : 6:00 am - 4:30 pm PST (Wed- Sat) OR

2nd shift: 5:00pm - 3:30am PST (Sun -Wed ) OR

2nd shift: 5:00pm - 3:30am PST (Wed - Sat)

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in troubleshooting and maintaining industrial machinery.
  
• Hands-on expertise in preventative maintenance and mechanical systems.
  
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including engineering and production.
  
• A proactive mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
  

Key job responsibilities

• Equipment Installation: Install industrial equipment and machinery with precision and adherence to specifications.
  
• Equipment Bring-Up and Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues during equipment setup and operation.
  
• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct regular preventative maintenance to ensure long-term reliability and performance.
  
• Machine Commissioning: Oversee commissioning processes and provide troubleshooting support as needed.
  
• Facilities Workshop Maintenance: Manage and maintain the workshop to ensure it is fully operational and organized.
  
• Custom Equipment Installation: Assist in the installation and commissioning of custom-built equipment.
  
• Collaboration with Engineering Teams: Work closely with engineers to provide design feedback, assist with project execution, and support commissioning activities.
  
• Production and Development Support: Provide mechanical support to production and development teams as required.
  
• Valid Driver�s license and able to satisfy Amazon driver eligibility criteria.
  
• With or without reasonable accommodations, must be able to lift up to 49 pounds on some occasions, stand/walk for up to 8-10 hours (with breaks), and able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
  

Export Control Requirement:

Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Candidates must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines.

The starting pay for this role in Washington State is up to $37.00/hour and employees are eligible for incremental raises based on tenure. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits are provided. This information is provided per the Washington State Pay Transparency Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via Amazon's internal or external careers site.

A day in the life

This position will work side by side with Engineering and Production teams to develop creative solutions and take this program from R&D, though design validation, into production then maintain equipment to support operations.

About the team

This is a fast-paced, intellectually challenging position, and you’ll work with leaders in multiple technology areas. You’ll have relentlessly high standards for yourself and everyone you work with, and you’ll be constantly looking for ways to improve your product’s performance, quality and cost. We want individuals who are ready for this challenge and want to reach beyond what is possible today.

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• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
  
• At least 1 year working experience with installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining specialty industrial equipment in a manufacturing equipment.
  
• With or without reasonable accommodations, must be willing and able to work with powered lift equipment - for example forklift or scissor lifts.
  

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• Degree or certificate in a related technical field.
  
• Minimum 3 years working in a manufacturing environment troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical equipment
  
• Experience assembling and commissioning custom machinery including compressors, refrigeration systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, CNC�s, process chilled water and LN2 systems
  
• Advanced Mechanical ability in Refrigeration troubleshooting, compressed air troubleshooting, and Specialized Test Equipment troubleshooting experience
  
• Can read, interpret, and explain in detail mechanical drawings related to troubleshooting while understanding basic electrical, basic controls, and utilization of tools to confirm through to repairs
  
• Experience setting up and maintaining a workshop in a development and high speed production environment
  
• Operations of manual Vertical Mills, Lathes, band saws, drill presses, and other common machines used in a maintenance department supporting production environment
  
• Ability to work across teams to develop clear and concise communications in both verbal and written forms
  
• Experience with rigging and lifting operations
  

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $70,720/year in our lowest geographic market up to $76,960/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.