Nanofabrication Laboratory Technician Job at Astrix, Pasadena, CA

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  • Astrix
  • Pasadena, CA

Job Description

Our client is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions.

Title: Nanofabrication Laboratory Technician

Location: Pasadena, CA (Onsite)

Pay: $30-44/hr (Depends on experience)

Shift: M-F 8am-5pm

1 year contract to hire

The Caltech Lab seeks a Laboratory Technician to support day-to-day operations and maintenance of state-of-the-art nanofabrication equipment in its cleanroom facilities. The Technician will work closely with engineers and researchers to ensure peak performance of deposition and etching systems, scanning electron microscopes, wet chemistry hoods, and supporting tools.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot cleanroom equipment, performing preventative maintenance, alignments, and routine repairs.
  • Coordinate vendor service visits and document outcomes.
  • Develop and update standard operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and quality control practices.
  • Train lab users on safe, expert-level equipment operation.
  • Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment and maintain lab supplies and computer systems.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols, institute policies, and regulatory standards.

Basic Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in equipment operation, maintenance, or fabrication industry.
  • Strong mechanical, electrical, and vacuum-system troubleshooting skills.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cleanroom environment.
  • On-site availability during core hours (10am–4pm), with flexibility for evenings/weekends.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or sciences, or 2+ years of technical college.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Basic computer maintenance and troubleshooting skills.

Job Tags

Contract work, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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