Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift

About the role

Supports engineering by conducting tests to evaluate and validate designs and ensures a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory component, systems, and vehicle tests to evaluate and validate new designs and product improvements to existing designs.
• Review, understand and adopt new test methods and procedures to assist engineers in evaluating suspension systems and components.
• Build, install and instrument prototype suspension components and systems onto Hendrickson and customer vehicles to evaluate designs on the proving grounds and in the field.
• Maintain records of work performed.
• Conduct competitive suspension benchmarking studies.
• Stock and procure test materials.
• Provide a safe laboratory-working environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Identify, define, and implement improvements to processes through the application of problem-solving tools by individuals and/or teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Associate degree in a technical field preferred.
• 5 years minimum of experience as a test technician or mechanic in the transportation industry.
• Basic machining and welding experience preferred.
• CDL license preferred.
• PC experience required (spreadsheets and word processing).
• Data Acquisition experience preferred.
• MTS testing experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing and walking on concrete.
• Ability to lift and carry parts up to 60lbs.
• Ability to push/pull carts (minimal 25lbs), toolboxes (up to 45lbs), and parts (minimal 60lbs).
• Ability to drive as required.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to R&D lab and manufacturing setting.
• Noise, oil, dust, impact tool, and vibration environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, travel, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• 401K plans.
• Pension plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Financial assistance programs for adoption and further education.
• Comprehensive wellness program and Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

$60,000 - $80,000