Maintenance Technician – Electrical & Controls at Valar Atomics

<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>About Valar Atomics</strong></p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>The Role</strong></p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">We're seeking an Electrical and Controls-focused Maintenance Technician to keep our manufacturing equipment running safely and reliably. The role emphasizes electrical troubleshooting, CNC controls, PLC systems, and automation, with mechanical work as a secondary function. You'll be responsible for minimizing downtime, improving machine reliability, and supporting safe, high-performance manufacturing.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Troubleshoot and repair electrical and control systems, including CNC controllers, HMIs, PLCs, servo drives, VFDs, and power supplies.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Diagnose faults in servo motors, encoders, feedback devices, limit switches, safety circuits, and I/O.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Perform electrical testing using multimeters, megohmmeters, and diagnostic software.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support and troubleshoot CNC control platforms (Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, Mazak, Okuma, or similar).</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Interface with PLC-based systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent) for troubleshooting—logic-aware but not programming-heavy.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Troubleshoot industrial networks and communication issues (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, RS-232/485, device buses).</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Perform control cabinet work, including wiring, terminations, component replacement, and minor panel modifications.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support machine startups, retrofits, electrical upgrades, and commissioning activities.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Collaborate with engineering and production to identify root-cause failures and implement permanent fixes.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, changes, and parts usage in CMMS or maintenance logs.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensure compliance with electrical safety, LOTO, and arc-flash procedures.</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>You Will Be Successful in This Role If</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You troubleshoot effectively under production pressure, staying methodical when machines are down and people need answers.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You bring strong technical judgment to electrical and controls work, applying schematics, diagnostic tools, and logic understanding to find root cause rather than just clearing the symptom.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You hold a high bar for safety and discipline, especially around energized panels, LOTO, and arc-flash procedures.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You communicate clearly with engineering and production partners and raise issues early when something is wrong or unsafe.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You document your work thoroughly, leaving accurate records that help the next technician and feed reliability improvements.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">You take ownership of machine reliability rather than treating each failure as a one-off.</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Basic Qualifications</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or Controls/Electrical Technician in a CNC manufacturing environment.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong background in industrial electrical systems and automation.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Solid understanding of CNC controls and servo systems, industrial power distribution (single- and three-phase), and PLC I/O and control logic fundamentals.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Proven ability to troubleshoot electrically driven machine faults under production pressure.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ability to read and work from electrical schematics and control drawings.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ability to work inside energized control panels following appropriate safety procedures.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work around active machinery.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Willingness to support off-shift, weekend, or on-call maintenance as needed.</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Preferred Skills and Experience</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">PLC troubleshooting experience with Allen-Bradley Compact/ControlLogix, Siemens S7, or similar platforms.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience with safety circuits, safety relays, and CNC safety standards.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Familiarity with CMMS systems, preventive maintenance planning, and reliability improvement.</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Technical degree or formal training in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or Industrial Automation.</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</strong></p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Valar Atomics is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$30</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$45 USD</span></div></div></div>