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Amazon Equipment Maintenance Technician, Project Kuiper in Kirkland, Washington

Description

Project Kuiper is an initiative to increase global broadband access through a constellation of 3,236 satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO). Its mission is to bring fast, affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities around the world. Project Kuiper will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity.

We're looking for an outstanding Equipment Maintenance technician specializing in Preventative Maintenance and repairs on industrial equipment: Ovens, Thermal chambers, vacuum systems, process piping, liquid nitrogen and building systems.

Key job responsibilities

  • Installing Industrial equipment and machinery

  • Bring-up and Troubleshooting of equipment

  • Maintaining and preventative maintenance activities

  • Machine commissioning and trouble-shooting

  • Maintain Facilities Workshop

  • Support mechanical activities as required.

  • Troubleshooting and Maintaining industrial equipment and machinery in production and development environments

  • Installation of custom equipment and commissioning

  • Work directly with engineering teams on design feedback, project execution and commissioning

  • Maintain Facilities work area

  • Support development and production teams as required

  • With or without reasonable accommodations, must be willing and able to work with powered lift equipment – for example forklift or scissor lifts.

  • 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/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 support and maintain production equipment.

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.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

Kirkland, WA, USA

Basic Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate.

  • At least 2 years working experience with installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining specialty industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience with Thermal chambers, vacuum systems and refrigeration systems.

  • Familiar with Liquid nitrogen systems and safety protocols using Liquid Nitrogen.

  • Familiar installing and building up solutions using various types of fittings: NPT, Swagelock, Push to connect, water fittings.

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $68,640/year in our lowest geographic market up to $83,200/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.

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