Election Technician

About the role

Keep Democracy Running – Join Our Team as an Election Technician! Make an Impact Where It Matters Most. Location: NJ. Payrate: $25/hour. PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading voting equipment support and repair organization to hire Election Technicians who are passionate about technology, problem-solving, and delivering reliable service. In this hands-on role, you'll help ensure election equipment is tested, deployed, and operating accurately so communities can confidently participate in the voting process. If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy troubleshooting technology, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Responsibilities

• Performing pre-election testing on tabulators and voting equipment using established procedures and checklists.
• Troubleshooting technical issues and completing equipment repairs or implementing effective solutions.
• Escalating complex equipment concerns to project leads when additional support is needed.
• Conducting post-election testing to verify equipment functionality and readiness.
• Traveling to voting locations to install, inspect, troubleshoot, and support voting equipment on-site.
• Communicating effectively with project leads, dispatchers, and team members.
• Following documented procedures, quality standards, and safety guidelines to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience working with general technology products such as computers, printers, scanners, or similar equipment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written procedures and work within established quality management processes.
• Ability to alternate between standing, walking, sitting, pushing, pulling, and lifting throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• Comfortable handling tools, electronic equipment, and related materials on a regular basis.

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting electronic or mechanical equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in technical field service, equipment repair, or quality-focused environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Skills

• Knowledge of electronic equipment operation and safe handling practices.
• Ability to diagnose technical issues and implement corrective and preventative solutions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical thinking.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with precision.
• Dependable work ethic with consistent attendance and punctuality.

Benefits

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Pay

$25.00 per hour