Mechanical Technician II
Electrasteel · Boulder, Colorado, United States · Posted Jul 6, 2026
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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 y ou’re looking to make an impact and join a team t hat’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, a…