Mechanical Technician II

Who we are

Electra is reinventing ironmaking from the ground up with a breakthrough electrochemical technology that produces high purity clean iron and critical co-minerals. With two operating pilots in Boulder and a new demonstration facility underway in Jefferson County, we’re on track to reach commercial scale by the end of the decade. Backed by over $300 million and strategic partnerships with global leaders across mining, steel, and big tech, momentum is on our side. Recognized by Fast Company as a Most Innovative Company and a Next Big Thing in Tech, and named one of TIME’s 100 Climate Leaders, we’re building a company shaping the future of industry. If you’re looking to make an impact and join a team that’s driven, focused, and scaling, we want to hear from you.

What you will do:

As a Mechanical Technician II, you will play a key role in maintaining the availability and reliability of the company’s test and pilot systems, in addition to supporting building maintenance activities and facility work requests.

Responsibilities include

• The duties listed below represent typical responsibilities of a Mechanical Technician II; however, they are not intended to be all-inclusive. Mechanical maintenance technicians perform a wide range of tasks that can vary significantly in scope, depending on operational needs, equipment requirements, and facility demands.

• • Maintain and troubleshoot a variety of chemical and electrochemical systems ranging from R&D to pilot scales

• • Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment

• • Help develop and document appropriate preventative maintenance and calibration procedures

• • Perform scheduled preventative maintenance to equipment and systems, including pump and valve rebuilds, cleaning, tube and pipe replacements

• • Perform routine calibrations and checks on various instruments measuring parameters such as temperature, pressure, and flow rates

• • Contribute to the construction of new test systems and supporting infrastructure.

• • Maintain inventory and the systems plumbing shop area to our 6S standards

• • Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and outside agencies as needed

• • Read, understand, and comply with all workplace health and safety policies, safe work practices, and company policies and procedures

• • Perform facilities or building-related work requests when needed. This might include light plumbing issues, light HVAC, furniture assembly, installation of office equipment, whiteboards, and other typical facilities/building maintenance activities.

• • Ensure the facility is in a safe condition. This may include wall damage, snow shoveling, ceiling tile replacements, exterior trash pick-up, etc. Emergency response may be required in the case of flood, fire, or weather recovery to get the building secure

• • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

What we need you to bring to the team

• • High school diploma or equivalent

• • 3+ years of industry experience working as a technician or operator in a chemical, manufacturing, R&D environment or related (excludes internships, co-ops, and other school projects)

• • Strong understanding of fluid flow processes and associated equipment

• • Experience working with and troubleshooting fluid flow equipment such as pumps, valves, filters, and instrumentation

• • Strong commitment to laboratory safety and adherence to procedures

• • Detail oriented mindset with a commitment to following procedures and carefully documenting data as required

• • Organizational and time management skills

• • Verbal and written communication skills

• • Basic building maintenance skills

• • Basic understanding of HVAC systems, boiler systems and chillers

• • Experience with, or ability to quickly learn, Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and SharePoint

What we want you to bring to the team

• • Technical certification or an associate’s degree in a related field

• • 2+ years of industry experience working as a technician or operator in a chemical, manufacturing, or R&D environment (excludes internships, co-ops, and other school projects)

• • Experience with basic troubleshooting of low-voltage power, signal, and electrical equipment

• • Experience contributing to and developing preventative maintenance programs for industrial systems, equipment and building systems

• • Basic construction and building/facility maintenance

• • Ability to prioritize and execute, with a high level of detail, on daily tasks effectively with minimal supervision

Compensation

• The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $25.00-$31.25 and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.

Benefits For You

• • 100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans

• • $1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)

Benefits For Your Family

• • 100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans

• • 12 weeks of paid parental leave

Benefits For Your Future

• • 401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one

• • Eligibility for incentive stock options

• If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at careers@electra.earth We’re here to help.