Plant Technician
Plant Technician at Limelight Steel — Oakland, CA, US
- Company: Limelight Steel
- Location: Oakland, CA, US
- Employment type: Full-time
- Salary: $35–$40 an hour
- Posted: 2026-10-01
About this role
ROLE SUMMARY
As our Plant Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our Plant Operations team to operate and maintain equipment that drive our production plant.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Adhere to safety protocols to promote a safe work environment.
- Support installation, mechanical assembly, and commissioning of laboratory and plant equipment.
- Operate and maintain equipment, including setup, monitoring, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.
- Monitor processes and resolve issues through periodic checks and proactive problem-solving.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Manage inventory by routine stocking of materials and supplies
- Perform all other duties, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 3 years experience in industrial settings.
- Proficiency in operating large equipment and machinery.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to approach problems analytically.
- Experience working both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Role will involve standing for periods of time and working in active lab or industrial environments.
NICE TO HAVE
- Technical degree, trade certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
- (e.g., maintenance programs, welding certifications, or similar technical training).
- Familiarity with vacuum equipment.
- Experience with high-temperature furnaces and materials.
- Proficiency in preparing and analyzing metallurgical samples.
BENEFITS
- Competitive stock option package
- Comprehensive health benefits that include:
- Full premium coverage for PPO Gold for employees with 80% coverage for dependents
- Full premium coverage for Vision and Dental for employees
- Generous time-off schedule
- 20 days paid time off (accrued according to number of hours worked)
- 10 holidays (personalized to the holidays you observe)
- 401(k) with a 4% safe harbor company match
- 2x weekly catered team lunches
- A team of curious, passionate, kind, and courageous people committed to eliminating industrial emissions that contribute to climate change
- Unparalleled opportunities for growth, leadership, and project ownership in a dynamic and rapidly-growing startup company
COMPENSATION
The hourly rate for this role is $35-40, plus meaningful equity. Final comp will be based on experience and level.
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