Facilities Technician

FASCILITIES TECHNICIAN

Mesh Optical Technologies was founded on the belief that optical photons will be at the center of advanced technologies in the coming century. Making advanced technology ubiquitous means building at scale, and that’s exactly what we’re doing at Mesh.

We are seeking a Facilities Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and improve our facility systems. This is a hands-on role—you will keep the building and its infrastructure in the condition our production environment demands.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on facility systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, compressed air, and exhaust systems
• Troubleshoot and repair facility equipment and building systems using schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
• Maintain cleanroom environments to required standards, including monitoring and supporting air handling, filtration, and environmental controls
• Handle material receiving operations, organize facility material flow, and maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and spare parts
• Supervise and coordinate outside contractors during repairs, installations, and upgrades, ensuring safety protocols and facility standards are followed
• Perform electrical testing and diagnostics using multimeters, megohmmeters, and other test instruments
• Own the overall organization, cleanliness, and readiness of the manufacturing space, including common areas, utility rooms, and support infrastructure
• Identify and execute facility improvement projects with a focus on safety, efficiency, and operational reliability
• Respond to urgent facility issues and equipment breakdowns, providing first-line diagnosis and repair to minimize production downtime
• Maintain facility maintenance records, work orders, and equipment logs

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent certificate
• 2+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or a manufacturing environment with hands-on mechanical and electrical skills
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals for troubleshooting
• Experience with electrical testing and diagnostics, including use of multimeters and basic test instruments
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude across multiple trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general building maintenance)
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, working on feet for extended periods, and working in confined spaces
• Effective communication skills and ability to coordinate with engineering staff, production teams, and outside vendors

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience maintaining cleanroom or controlled-environment manufacturing facilities
• Forklift certification or experience with forklift and powered equipment operation
• Experience with CMMS software for work order tracking and preventive maintenance scheduling
• Experience supervising or coordinating maintenance contractors
• Familiarity with building management systems (BMS) and environmental monitoring
• Experience with industrial electrical systems (240V/480V three-phase)
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience in semiconductor, photonic, pharmaceutical, or other precision manufacturing facility environments
• Basic proficiency with hand and power tools across electrical, mechanical, and plumbing trades

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range: 
Facilities Technician: $26.00 - $38.00/per hour

Title and base salary are determined on a case by case basis commensurate with experience and merit.

In addition to base salary, compensation for this role includes:

• Eligibility for long-term incentives including company stock options and discretionary bonuses awarded for exceptional achievements.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance with significant cost covered by the company for yourself and dependents.
• Paid parental leave and flexible PTO (3 weeks accrued vacation and 10 company holidays per year).
• 401(k) retirement plan access.