Maintenance Facilities Technician
Triumph Group · Yakima, WA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Triumph Group (aerospace & defense) in Yakima, WA. Troubleshoot, design, retrofit, and repair electrical systems, electronic controls, automation systems, PLCs, communication systems, servo drive systems, and computer-related equipment.
- They ask for
- 1+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- 5S, TPM, Root cause, PLC, Robotics, Automation
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in Washington: typical posted base $70k–$132k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 40 maintenance technician openings in Washington, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Washington plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 42 other live reliability postings in Washington.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 53%
- ✓ PLC 35%
- Welding 30%
- ✓ Root cause 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for 5S, TPM, CNC, New product launch, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Triumph Group
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
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This plant: Triumph Group in Yakima
1 other open role at this site.
- Engineer, Quality - Repair & Overhaul · Quality
Full description from Triumph GroupAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Troubleshoot, design, retrofit, and repair electrical systems, electronic controls, automation systems, PLCs, communication systems, servo drive systems, and computer-related equipment.
- ◆CNC Machine tool mechanical, Geometrical, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic systems troubleshooting, repair, and installation.
- ◆Design, install, troubleshoot, and repair precise high-pressure hydraulic systems.
- ◆Filtration systems maintenance.
- ◆Critical component inventory control.
- ◆Schedule and perform Annual, Semi-annual, and Quarterly scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM) on machine tools and facility equipment.
- ◆Act as the focal point for Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) by collecting, reviewing, and reporting TPM completion sheets throughout the facility.
- ◆Miscellaneous fabrication work as necessary to support production needs.
- ◆Meeting production deadlines by following manufacturing schedules and procedures.
- ◆Working with support resources and cell leaders to resolve production problems when they arise.
- ◆Assist the maintenance supervisor in the creation of task SOP’s and WIs.
- ◆Collaborate with technical staff and management to identify process improvements and plant changes.
- ◆Assist in developing and implementing action plans to diagnose the root cause of equipment issues.
- ◆Maintaining a safe working environment by adhering to safety policies, contributing to risk mitigation management teams, and keeping all work areas clean.
- ◆Contributing to team effort by maintaining a positive attitude.
- ◆Continuously striving to find ways to make the manufacturing process more efficient and effective.
- ◆Contributing to the overall effectiveness of the assembly department through participation in FOD, 5S, TPM, PM, and Process Improvement programs.
- ◆Train others on job tasks in which they are proficient.
- ◆Available for unannounced overtime and being “on call” for weekend emergencies.
Education and/or Experience
- ✓High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent required.
- ✓Prefer experience with Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Siemens, and Okuma machine tool controls.
- ✓Carpentry and plumbing experience are a plus.
Demonstrated experience in the following preferred
- ✓National Electrical Code (NEC) or NFPA 70 standards.
- ✓Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
- ✓Precision measuring devices.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret drawings/blueprints, wire schematics, and machine literature.
- ✓Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- ✓Intermediate computer skills.
Hiring range and position pay range may differ, commensurate with education level, qualifications, and experience.
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Multiple openings
Position: 2nd OR 3rd Shift
2nd Shift: Monday - Friday/2:00PM - 10:30AM
Shift Premium: 10% Added to Base Hourly Rate
3rd Shift: Sunday - Thursday/10:00PM - 6:30AM
Shift Premium: 15% Added to Base Hourly Rate
Summary
The Maintenance Facilities Technician will perform all related maintenance duties on plant equipment and machines.
Maint Facilities Technician 1
- •1 year of industrial maintenance, CNC machine tool, or hydraulics experience.
- •Two (2) year technical degree in a related field with industrial CNC machine tool or hydraulics experience preferred.
Maint Facilities Technician 2
- •3 years of industrial maintenance, CNC machine tool, or hydraulics experience.
- •Two (2) year technical degree in a related field with 1 year of industrial CNC machine tool or hydraulics experience preferred.
Maint Facilities Technician 3
- •5 years of industrial CNC machine tool or hydraulics experience; OR
- •Two (2) year technical degree in a related field with 3 years of industrial CNC machine tool or hydraulics experience preferred.
Maint Facilities Technician 4
- •7 years of industrial CNC machine tool or hydraulics experience.; OR
- •Two (2) year technical degree in a related field with 5 years of industrial CNC machine tool or hydraulics experience preferred.
Position Pay Ranges
Maint Facilities Technician 1: $22.50 - $31.00/Hour
Maint Facilities Technician 2: $26.50 - $36.00/Hour
Maint Facilities Technician 3: $31.00 - $43.00/Hour
Maint Facilities Technician 4: $37.00 - $52.00/Hour
Benefits
- •Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with