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Technician I, Facilities

Carl Zeiss Vision, Inc.
$20.00 - $25.00.
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Minnesota, St. Cloud
Jan 05, 2026
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?

As a maintenance technician, you get to work with an integral team that plays a vital role in repairing, troubleshooting and maintaining critical production and assembly equipment for our optical lens manufacturing.

Sound Interesting? Here's what you'll do:

  • Adjust and make minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, and electrical systems.
  • Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
  • Support on-site EHS and Compliance initiatives.
  • Steam-clean or shampoo carpets. Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
  • Clean laboratory equipment, such as equipment and instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, and power cleaning equipment.
  • Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
  • Move equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
  • Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
  • Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
  • Support set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Follow safety standards and reports any safety concerns to leadership.
  • Participate in meetings to enhance departmental communication and efficiency.
  • Train peers.
Do you qualify?
  • High School Diploma / GED
  • 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.

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Dental

  • 401k Matching

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • Vacation and sick pay

  • The list goes on!

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).

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