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Equipment Maintenance Tech 3

MKS Instruments, Inc.
Broomfield, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/3/2026

A Day in Your Life at MKS:
Hiring Manager to create summary of job using template below
As an [Insert Job Title] at [Insert Business Name], you will partner with [Insert Group Name] (ex. Engineering, Internal Teams, Sales, Customers, etc.) to [Insert Main Job Duty] (ex. develop, support, execute, sell, design, contribute, etc.). In this role, you will report to the [Insert Reporting Manager's Title].

You Will Make an Impact By:

  • Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of manufacturing equipment, CNC machines, automation systems, vacuum systems, and facility support equipment.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance (PM) activities according to established schedules.
  • Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize downtime through rapid root cause identification and corrective actions.
  • Assist with installation, qualification, and commissioning of new equipment.
  • Validate equipment functionality and production readiness.
  • Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and service providers during major repairs.


Travel Requirements: Up to5% of Travel is required.

Skills You Bring:
Associate degree, military technical training or their equivalent vocational training is required
2 years of related experience required

  • Advanced mechanical troubleshooting.
  • Electrical troubleshooting (24VDC, 120VAC, 480VAC systems).
  • Reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
  • Pneumatic and hydraulic system maintenance.
  • Sensor, motor, VFD, and servo system troubleshooting.
  • Strong analytical troubleshooting ability
  • Maintenance management software (CMMS)
  • Strong communication skills.


Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
Occasionally moves/positions objects up to 50 pounds
Ability to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time

Compensation and Benefits:
Hourly Pay Range: $22.50 - 37.50 USD Hourly. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.

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Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at:accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com.

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