
Electromechanical Technician
LivaNova · Arvada, CO
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 7+ years
- Industry
- Medical devices
- Posted
- 15 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at LivaNova (medical devices) in Arvada, CO. Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment, automated production systems, facility equipment, and support systems.
- They ask for
- 7+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Lean, TPM, Root cause, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), PLC, Automation
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Colorado plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 28 other live reliability postings in Colorado.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (7+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Welding 41%
- ✓ Root cause 34%
- Team leadership 31%
- ✓ PLC 28%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Lean, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Automation, EHS / safety, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
Pulled from the posting text. If it's not listed here, the posting didn't say.
How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at LivaNova
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: LivaNova in Arvada
1 other open role at this site.
- Senior Quality Engineer · Quality · Senior
Full description from LivaNovaAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Required
- ✓Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, pneumatic diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
- ✓Knowledge of motors, motor controls, relays, contactors, sensors, control circuits, and machine automation systems.
- ✓Experience troubleshooting pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
- ✓Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, electrical testing equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
- ✓Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting abilities.
- ✓Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize multiple maintenance activities.
- ✓Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Education & Experience
- ✓High School Diploma or GED required.
- ✓Technical trade school, apprenticeship, military technical training, associate degree, or equivalent industria
Show full description ↓Show less ↑
As a global medtech company, we are driven by our Vision of changing the trajectory of lives for a new day and our Mission to create ingenious solutions that ignite patient turnarounds. Our relentless commitment to patients and strong legacy of innovation in healthcare are the foundation of our future. If you're looking for a new chance, a new beginning, a new trajectory, LivaNova is where your talent can truly thrive. Join our talented team members worldwide to become a pioneer of tomorrow—because at LivaNova, we don’t just treat conditions — we aspire to alter the course of lives.
The Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving manufacturing equipment, automated production systems, facility equipment, and utility systems that support medical device manufacturing operations. This position serves as a key technical resource responsible for maximizing equipment uptime, supporting production schedules, and ensuring equipment reliability through preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
The ideal candidate possesses strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills and has experience working with industrial equipment, motor controls, pneumatic systems, automation equipment, and manufacturing machinery. This role works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Facilities teams to identify root causes of equipment failures, implement corrective actions, support continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain safe and efficient operations.
Essential
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
- •Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment, automated production systems, facility equipment, and support systems.
- •Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical equipment failures.
- •Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
- •Install, maintain, align, repair, and replace motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, rollers, pumps, valves, actuators, and other mechanical components.
- •Troubleshoot electrical systems including control panels, circuit protection devices, relays, contactors, sensors, switches, and wiring systems.
- •Perform machine modifications, upgrades, rebuilds, and equipment improvement projects.
- •Support equipment installations, relocations, validations, and commissioning activities.
Electrical & Controls Support
- •Troubleshoot equipment utilizing electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, manuals, and technical specifications.
- •Diagnose issues involving PLC-controlled equipment, HMIs, motor controls, sensors, VFDs, and automated systems.
- •Assist with electrical panel wiring, component replacement, and equipment upgrades.
- •Support troubleshooting of low-voltage and industrial electrical systems, including 24VDC, 120VAC, 208VAC, and 480VAC equipment.
- •Perform electrical testing using digital multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and other diagnostic tools.
Reliability & Continuous Improvement
- •Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
- •Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, operational efficiency, safety, and maintainability.
- •Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- •Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, repairs, inspections, and equipment history documentation.
- •Utilize CMMS and maintenance tracking systems to document maintenance activities and equipment performance.
Safety & Compliance
- •Follow all company safety procedures, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements, electrical safety practices, and environmental regulations.
- •Maintain compliance with applicable quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- •Support audits, equipment inspections, and corrective action activities as required.
Collaboration & Technical Support
- •Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Facilities, and Operations teams to support production objectives.
- •Provide technical support during equipment breakdowns and process disruptions.
- •Assist in training operators and technicians on equipment operation, maintenance best practices, and safety procedures.
- •Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Preferred
- +Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Omron, or similar).
- +Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), HMIs, and automated manufacturing equipment.
- +Experience supporting preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- +Experience using CMMS software.
- +Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, aerospace, food manufacturing, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
- +Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and reliability-centered maintenance principles.
- +Understanding of OSHA regulations, electrical safety standards, and Lockout/Tagout requirements.
