Facilities and Maintenance Technician - Second Shift
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Operations
Devens, MA, USA
USD 30-43 / hour + Equity
Posted on Dec 2, 2025
About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.
Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.
We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.
Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.
If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.
Join the power movement as a Facilities and Maintenance Technician
The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for installation of and maintenance for various facilities and manufacturing equipment. These responsibilities will be based at our campus in Devens, Massachusetts but may periodically be asked to perform work in our Somerville, Massachusetts location.
What you'll do:
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of complex manufacturing equipment such as CNC machining centers, process ovens and specialty manufacturing equipment
- Provide maintenance support for projects such as the installation, relocation, or modification of manufacturing equipment.
- Provide second shift maintenance coverage for CFS buildings and facilities equipment
- Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for tracking the maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities systems
- Assist in the development of maintenance procedures and schedules
What we're looking for:
- High school diploma/equivalency certificate or higher
- Minimum of 3 years experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Minimum of 7 years experience in the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and plumbing repair of complex manufacturing equipment and the plant systems that support them
- Demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical and electrical drawings, manuals and reports
- Proficiency with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint
- Ability to take directions from Supervisors and work independently
- Desire to work and contribute in a fast-paced, startup R&D environment with daily changes
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and cleanliness with hands-on work
- Ability and patience to work through projects from start to finish, including assembly and testing
Bonus points for:
- Experience with lean manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma principles
- Forklift experience
- Crane or lifting experience
Must-have requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, climbing, and sitting for extended periods of time
- Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics
- Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call
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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.
We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.
This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.
30 - 43 USD
Salary range for this full-time position + equity + benefits. The actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Benefits include:
• Competitive compensation with equity
• 12.5 Company-wide Holidays
• Flexible vacation days
• 10 sick days
• Generous parental leave policy
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional growth opportunities
• Team-building activities