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Service Technician/Helium Leak Detectors & Vacuum Pump Repair

CompanyLaco Technologies Inc
LocationSalt Lake City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 30, 2026
About The Company
LACO Technologies is a leading manufacturer of custom vacuum and leak testing systems and solutions. Driven by innovation, service and quality, our goal is to provide our customers with the experience they want. LACO was established in 1975 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Owned by engineers, LACO is uniquely situated to provide innovative solutions for your application. LACO's products include vacuum chambers and systems, leak testing systems, LACO calibrated gas leak standards, and A2LA accredited leak standard and vacuum gauge calibrations traceable to NIST. LACO serves the United States and the international community in industries ranging from aerospace and defense to medical and transportation manufacturing.
About the Role

Description

  

LACO Technologies is seeking a Service Technician /Helium Leak Detectors & Vacuum Pump Repair to diagnose, service, repair, rebuild, and overhaul helium leak detectors, vacuum pumps, and related instrumentation. This equipment supports customers in aerospace, automotive, medical, pharmaceutical, and other technology-driven industries.

This role is ideal for a hands-on electromechanical technician who enjoys diagnosing equipment problems, rebuilding mechanical components, working independently, and providing knowledgeable technical support to customers and internal teams.


Why Join LACO?

  • Pay: $25.00 per hour
  • Every Other Friday Off with Our 9/80 Schedule
  • 50+ Years in Business
  • Never Had a Layoff
  • Part of Atlas Copco Group, a Global Industrial Technology Leader
  • Paid Training, Tuition Assistance, and Career Development Through Our PDP Program
  • Three Weeks of PTO During Your First Year

What You'll Do

  • Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and overhaul vacuum pumps, helium leak detectors, and related equipment
  • Disassemble, clean, inspect, measure, and reassemble pump components
  • Identify worn or damaged components, including seals, bearings, valves, gaskets, and mechanical assemblies
  • Perform preventive maintenance and functional testing on repaired equipment
  • Troubleshoot vacuum, mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, electronic, and electromechanical systems
  • Use hand tools, precision measuring tools, electronic test equipment, schematics, and wiring diagrams
  • Maintain equipment used in LACO’s rental fleet, calibration lab, service operations, and assembly areas
  • Document repairs, parts used, test results, and completed service work
  • Provide technical support and equipment guidance to customers and internal teams

Requirements

  

What We're Looking For

  • 3 to 5 years of related experience in equipment service, maintenance, mechanical repair, pump repair, or another hands-on technical field
  • Experience servicing or rebuilding vacuum pumps, compressors, industrial pumps, motors, or similar rotating equipment is strongly preferred
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and experience disassembling, inspecting, repairing, and reassembling equipment
  • Ability to recognize component wear, contamination, damaged seals, bearing issues, and other mechanical problems
  • Experience using hand tools, torque tools, precision measuring instruments, and electronic test equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, mechanical drawings, electronic schematics, and wiring diagrams
  • Experience troubleshooting electromechanical instrumentation or industrial equipment
  • Experience completing service documentation, repair records, and service logs
  • Strong organization, communication, and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Technical certification or post-high-school training in electronics, industrial maintenance, automotive or diesel technology, machining, mechanics, or a related field is preferred
  • Vacuum technology and helium leak testing experience is helpful, but not required

What Success Looks Like (90/6/12)

  • First 90 days: Learn LACO’s service processes, safety expectations, documentation standards, product basics, and vacuum pump repair procedures
  • By 6 months: Independently perform common diagnostics, preventive maintenance, pump rebuilds, equipment repairs, and functional testing with accurate documentation
  • By 12 months: Reliably handle a broad range of leak detector and vacuum pump service work and serve as a trusted technical resource for customers and internal teams

Who Thrives at LACO

  • People who take ownership, solve problems, and follow through
  • Technicians who value quality, integrity, teamwork, and customer trust
  • Mechanically minded people who enjoy taking equipment apart, determining what went wrong, and rebuilding it correctly
  • Self-starters who enjoy learning new technology and balancing hands-on repair work with customer communication

Benefits Include

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Additional Voluntary Benefits

Schedule & Location

  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40-hour workweek, with some start and stop time flexibility and the option to participate in the 9/80 schedule
  • Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
  • LACO Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.
  • LACO Technologies: Engineered Solutions You Can Trust
Key Skills
Vacuum pump repairHelium leak detectionElectromechanical troubleshootingMechanical assemblyPreventive maintenancePrecision measuringTechnical documentationCustomer technical supportSchematic interpretationPneumatic systemsElectronic test equipmentTorque toolsComponent inspectionIndustrial equipment maintenanceMechanical aptitude
Categories
TradesEngineeringManufacturingCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceCompany-paid life insurance401(k) with company matchPaid holidaysEmployee assistance programShort-term disability coverageLong-term disability coveragePaid time offTuition assistanceCareer development
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Service Technician will diagnose, repair, and overhaul vacuum pumps and helium leak detectors to support various industrial sectors. They are also responsible for documenting repairs, performing functional testing, and providing technical guidance to customers and internal teams.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
85
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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