Laser Maintenance Technician

Laser Maintenance Technician (HVAC Manufacturing)

About the Role

MDM is hiring a Laser Maintenance Technician to maintain our fiber laser cutting cells and press brakes supporting high-mix, sheet-metal HVAC accessories and components as a part of our Maintenance team. As a part of the Maintenance team, the technician will support production continuity, ensure equipment safety and performance, and collaborate with engineering and operations teams.

Equipment You’ll Operate

Laser Cutting

• Salvagnini L5-30
• TRUMPF L95

Press Brakes

• Accurpress 7606, 7608, 710010
• Wysong MTH100-120, MTH60-120
• Ermaksan Power Bend Falcon 4.2×66, Power-Bend Falcon 6.8×66, Speed Bend Pro 10.1×148

What You’ll Do

• Laser setup & operation: Load programs, select material tables, set pierce/cut parameters, perform nozzle centering, focus checks, and lens inspection; verify kerf and edge quality.
• Nesting & programming: Create/modify nests (e.g., SigmaNEST / TruTops / MetaCAM or similar); optimize sheet utilization, micro-tabs, lead-ins/outs, and cut sequencing for cycle-time and quality.
• Quality assurance: Measure parts to print using gauges, record first-article and in-process checks, and drive corrective actions with Engineering/Quality.
• Press brake work: Set up tooling (punch/die selection), compute bend allowances, adjust back gauges, run brake programs, and ensure machines produce to tolerance.
• Maintenance & uptime: Execute autonomous maintenance (nozzles, lenses, mirrors, filters), basic alignment, escalate service needs, and log PMs to sustain OEE.
• Troubleshooting: Resolve burrs, dross, taper, warping, and edge oxidation; tune feed rate, frequency, gas type/pressure, and focal position for varying alloys/gauges etc.
• Safety: Lockout/Tagout, crane/hoist/forklift safe use, hot-surface and laser safety (Class 1/4 controls), proper PPE.

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years running and maintaining fiber laser cutters in a manufacturing setting; HVAC or sheet-metal products strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Salvagnini and/or TRUMPF lasers (or comparable) and multiple press brake brands (Accurpress, Wysong, Ermaksan).
• Ability to read mechanical drawings (including GD&T basics), shop math, and convert decimals/fractions quickly.
• Proficiency with a nesting/CAM platform (SigmaNEST, TruTops, MetaCAM, or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of cut parameter tuning (assist gases, focal length, power/feed), warp control, and heat input management.
• Comfortable lifting/moving sheet stock and running forklifts/overhead cranes (company training provided).
• Preferrred: OSHA-10, Forklift certification, Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing, preventive maintenance background.

Metrics You’ll Influence

• First-pass yield, scrap rate, on-time completions, OEE/uptime, sheets per hour, setup time, and rework/RMA reductions.

Shift, Pay & Benefits

• Shift: [Day / Night / Weekend] — [hours].
• Compensation: Hourly DOE (overtime eligible) or Salary DOE.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO/holidays per company policy.
• Location: Buschong but may rotate as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Stand/walk for extended periods; lift/push/pull up to 50lbs; handle sheet edges; work around noise, fumes, and moving equipment (PPE provided).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.46 - $30.67 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Houston, TX 77039 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77039: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person