We use cookies. Find out more about it here. By continuing to browse this site you are agreeing to our use of cookies.
#alert
Back to search results
New

Technician I, Maintenance

Carl Zeiss Vision, Inc.
$20.00 - $25.00.
paid time off
United States, Minnesota, St. Cloud
Oct 23, 2025
How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?!
Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?

Under close supervision where operations and sequences are specified by written and verbal instructions and established practices, The Maintenance Technician I performs some routine repairs, corrective and preventative maintenance on optical Rx Lens manufacturing machinery and support facility/equipment.

Sounds Interesting?

Here's what you'll do:

  • Complete preventative machine maintenance.
  • Complete machine repair and general troubleshooting equipment issues.
  • Dismantle, adjust, repair, and assemble manufacturing and related equipment.
  • Perform routine emergency procedures which may include fire, entry alarm, catastrophe, and chemical compliance.
  • Help completes projects of a defined scope on manufacturing and facility related equipment.
  • Perform tests and monitor equipment using prescribed test procedures and diagnostic equipment.
  • Prepare and maintain appropriate and required documentation on tasks performed.
  • Maintain logs and records.
  • Modify and/or install new equipment for the facility and production.
  • Ensure that equipment is safe and in proper working order.
  • Comply with all NEC & OSHA safety regulations.
  • Operate and maintain plant support equipment.
  • Pass down effectively to take place daily on Excel pass down log.
  • Follow safety standards and reports any safety concerns to leadership.

Do you qualify?

  • HSD / GED
  • General or one year of manufacturing experience
  • Trade School
  • 0-2 years related experience
  • Manufacturing experience
  • Able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
  • Able to perform repetitive movements with upper and lower extremities
  • Able to sustain lengthy periods of visual concentration and good hand/eye/foot coordination
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task production environment
  • Solid dexterity, mechanical and electrical skills
  • Patience to fully see the task through
  • Honest, dependable and be able to follow directions either written or verbal
  • Able to use of personal protective equipment
  • Able to sit, stand, twist and bend for extended periods of time.
  • Able to follow safety guidelines with the ability to identify and understand safety items
  • Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work overtime when needed
  • Able to work in a team setting or independently, as needed
  • Desire to learn
  • Professional demeanor with a positive attitude and approach to work

CONDITIONS

Manufacturing - Climate controlled environment is fast paced with rapidly changing priorities. Works with frequent exposure to noise, moisture, heat / cold and continuous exposure to dust. May have exposure to flammable solvents. Must wear applicable protective safety equipment. Working additional hours on short notice, including weekends, may be required.

EQUIPMENT USED

Maintenance - May be assigned to work on one or more of the following machines taping machine, blocker, generator, finer and polisher, wash line, backside coating machine, AR coating machine, lensometer, finish blocker, edger, hand etchers, groover, drill, hand tools and other machines as determined by management using tools that include but are not limited to adjustable wide mouth pliers, adjustable wrenches, air compressor, alignment jig, ammeters, anchor setting tools, bench vises, blocks, pulleys, blow torch, boring machines, burnishing machine, and other tools as required by management.

The hourly pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00.

The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.

This position is eligible for a Performance Bonus.

ZEISS also offers robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Christina Choing

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).

Applied = 0

(web-675dddd98f-24cnf)