What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Maintenance Technician, Amazon Leo MFG Operations Support (L4) position at Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC?
DESCRIPTION
Amazon Leo is Amazon’s low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
Amazon LEO is seeking a Senior Maintenance Specialist to perform hands-on maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of production-critical equipment. This role owns rapid fault isolation, preventive maintenance execution, compliance with safety standards, and mentoring junior technicians through on-the-job knowledge sharing.
Key job responsibilities
Additional Requirements
A day in the life
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.
Amazon LEO is seeking a Senior Maintenance Specialist to perform hands-on maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of production-critical equipment. This role owns rapid fault isolation, preventive maintenance execution, compliance with safety standards, and mentoring junior technicians through on-the-job knowledge sharing.
Key job responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems including motors, servos, conveyors, VFDs, PLC-connected equipment, and automation systems to minimize downtime
- Execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability
- Perform fault isolation to identify root causes, prevent recurring failures, and systematically execute repairs
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and technical literature to guide maintenance activities
- Install, repair, adjust, and test electro-mechanical equipment and components to verify proper system function
- Execute all repairs in compliance with NEC and OSHA standards
- Communicate with machine operators to detect problems, analyze malfunctions, and verify system issues
- Mentor and cross-train maintenance technicians to build team capability
- Partner with engineering and operations on equipment upgrades and reliability improvements
- Document maintenance activities, repairs, and findings accurately and in a timely manner
- Manage spare parts inventory for critical equipment
Additional Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older with the ability to understand and adhere to all job requirements and safety guidelines
- Valid driver's license with the ability to satisfy Amazon driver eligibility criteria
- Must be flexible across front half (Sunday–Wednesday), back half (Wednesday–Saturday), or Monday–Friday schedules; exact hours may vary based on operational needs and willingness to adapt to changing shift requirements is essential
- With or without reasonable accommodation, must be willing and able to operate powered lift equipment (e.g., forklift, scissor lifts)
A day in the life
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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 years of engineering, installation, or startup/commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems experience
- Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach, all with or without reasonable accommodation
- Experience with preventive maintenance procedures, industrial electrical, industrial controls, and industrial electronics & robotics
- Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA
- Knowledge of PLC based controls systems
- 1 years of acting in a team lead capacity, supporting, training, and mentoring less experienced maintenance technicians experience
- Experience reading blueprints and electrical schematics
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience identifying and maintaining robotics system components
- Experience working with CMMS software
- Experience conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures
- Knowledge of cryogenic systems including liquid nitrogen (LN2) and gaseous nitrogen (GN2) distribution, handling, and safety protocols
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, REDMOND - 37.00 - 65.00 USD hourly
Benefits:
Sick pay, Life insurance, Annual leave