Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

About Aalo Atomics

Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo-1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting-edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we're rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world's first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.

About the role

As a Multi-craft Maintenance Technician at Aalo Atomics, you will own the reliability, uptime, and continuous improvement of the critical building and manufacturing systems that keep our factory producing. You will troubleshoot and maintain a broad range of electrical and mechanical systems, lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and serve as the senior technical authority on the floor for facilities issues. This is a hands-on, senior-level role for an experienced generalist with deep electrical and mechanical expertise who thrives in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.

Our multi-craft maintenance program evaluates electrical and mechanical proficiency separately and assigns a skill level in each discipline. Those levels form a combined assessment of each technician's overall skill set. This approach recognizes both technical depth and breadth, guides targeted training and cross-training, and supports continued development and career growth across both crafts.

What you'll do

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC equipment, waterjets, automated production equipment, and the building systems that support factory operations.

• Diagnose electrical and mechanical failures across motors, drives, controls, pumps, bearings, power transmission equipment, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Develop, execute, and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs using equipment condition, failure history, and manufacturer recommendations to prioritize work.

• Respond to equipment breakdowns, coordinate recovery with Production and Engineering, and verify safe, reliable operation before returning equipment to service.

• Lead root-cause investigations of recurring failures; implement corrective actions and verify their effectiveness in improving uptime, equipment life, and maintainability.

• Maintain industrial utility systems, including compressed air, cooling, ventilation, and electrical distribution, and coordinate specialized work with qualified contractors as needed.

• Support equipment installation, commissioning, relocation, and factory buildout; identify maintenance access, utility, and spare-parts needs before equipment enters service.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, troubleshooting findings, and work instructions in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

• Identify critical spare parts and tooling requirements, and coordinate with suppliers and contractors to reduce downtime and improve service support.

• Apply lockout/tagout, electrical safety, machine guarding, and other required safe work practices; identify hazards and perform work within your training, qualifications, and authorization.

• Serve as a technical resource for facilities issues, communicate equipment condition and recovery plans clearly, and coordinate maintenance priorities with affected teams.

• Mentor technicians, share troubleshooting methods, and support electrical and mechanical skill development through the multi-craft maintenance program.

Basic Qualifications

• 7+ years of facilities, industrial, or plant maintenance experience with demonstrated breadth across both electrical and mechanical systems.

• Strong working knowledge of CNC equipment, waterjets, and automated systems.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, electrical and mechanical schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment manuals.

• Proficiency with diagnostic tools, hand tools, and power tools.

• Solid understanding of applicable OSHA requirements, the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA standards including NFPA 70E, and lockout/tagout practices.

• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills with the ability to work independently.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical reasoning clearly, communicate mission-critical information to technical and nontechnical audiences, and mentor others.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in machining, fabrication, and assembly manufacturing environments.

• Hands-on experience troubleshooting electrical distribution, three-phase motors, motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, and industrial control panels.

• Experience troubleshooting programmable logic controller (PLC) systems, interpreting ladder logic, and using human-machine interfaces (HMIs) to diagnose equipment faults.

• Trade certification or licensure, such as a journeyman electrician license.

• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting automated production or robotic equipment and supporting industrial utility systems.

• Familiarity with CMMS platforms and predictive maintenance technologies, including vibration analysis and thermography.

• Experience supporting a greenfield or major capital-project factory buildout.

• Experience with welding equipment maintenance and repair, welding, fabrication, or millwright work.

• Associate degree or technical/vocational training in electrical, mechanical, industrial maintenance, or a related field.

• Prior experience in a vertically integrated hardware company where teams build what they design.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Comfortable working on the factory floor and around active machining, fabrication, assembly, and maintenance operations.

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.

• Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, climb stairs, and access equipment, utilities, and maintenance areas safely as needed.

• Ability and willingness to use required personal protective equipment and work in environments with elevated noise, heat, fumes, and moving equipment.

• Willingness to travel occasionally to supplier facilities, test sites, and Aalo's reactor site in Idaho.

What It Takes to Succeed at Aalo

We're building technology that will help reshape the future of energy. The pace is fast, the problems are difficult, and the expectations are high. Successful team members consistently demonstrate:

Extreme Ownership - You take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks. You proactively identify problems, drive solutions, and follow through.

A Passion for Solving Hard Problems - You are energized by challenges that others avoid and enjoy finding practical solutions to complex technical issues.

A Sense of Urgency - You move quickly, make thoughtful decisions, and maintain momentum while balancing quality and execution.

Requirements:

• Based in the United States
• Willing to work on-site in Austin, TX
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or at heights

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on technical level
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Corporate Gym Membership

Additional Information:

Aalo Atomics provides a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, intellectually challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Aalo Atomics is an equal opportunity employer and considers all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships.

Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please.