Facilities Maintenance Mechanic
Coherent · Port Richey, FL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Coherent (industrial) in Port Richey, FL. A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome.
- They ask for
- 8+ years
- Tools it names
- EHS / safety
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $62k–$88k.
Median of the low and high ends of 74 live postings that list pay, out of 2992 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Florida plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 86 other live reliability postings in Florida.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (8+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 40%
- Welding 34%
- PLC 26%
- ✓ EHS / safety 22%
- Root cause 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Coherent
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- 2
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- 3
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This plant: Coherent in Port Richey
1 other open role at this site.
- Sr Manager Operations / Site Leader · Production · Manager
Full description from CoherentAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Perform preventive maintenance on facility and production equipment according to established schedules.
- ◆Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and utility systems.
- ◆Respond to equipment breakdowns and assist in restoring equipment to service.
- ◆Document maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment issues in the maintenance tracking system.
- ◆Assist with facility improvement projects and equipment installations.
- ◆Coordinate with outside contractors and service providers as directed.
- ◆Support HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, RO water, and other building utility systems.
- ◆Assist with equipment moves, setup, and rigging activities.
- ◆Maintain maintenance tools, spare parts, and supplies.
- ◆Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
- ◆Support EH&S requirements, including proper handling and disposal of waste materials.
- ◆Assist production and R&D teams with equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
Education and Experience
- ✓High School Diploma or GED required, some college and/or technical education
- ✓Technical school training, trade certification, or equivalent hands-on experience required
- ✓8+ years of industrial maintenance, facilities maintenance, or manufacturing equipment experience.
- ✓CFC Universal EPA 608 Certification
- ✓Experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental
Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and
responsibilities
within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust
C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
#IND
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
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We are currently seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance, repair, and operation of facility systems and production equipment at the Port Richey, FL facility. Work with Operations, Engineering, Production, and EH&S teams to help ensure equipment reliability, facility uptime, and a safe work environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- •Basic knowledge of HVAC systems, including RTUs and AHUs.
- •Experience with industrial cooling and chilled water systems.
- •Familiarity with compressed air systems and distribution equipment.
- •Understanding of RO water systems and industrial utility systems.
- •Basic knowledge of UPS systems, generators, and electrical distribution equipment.
- •Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance test equipment safely.
- •Ability to read equipment manuals, drawings, and maintenance procedures.
- •Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- •Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Safety
