Repair and Overhaul (R&O) Electronics Technician II-IV 1st and 2nd Shift

About the role

The R&O Electronics Technician is responsible for testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying repair and overhaul (R&O) electronic components, electro-mechanical assemblies, parts, equipment, and systems by applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, and physics.

Responsibilities

• Read component maintenance manuals, blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and engineering instructions for assembling and testing electronic or mechanical units, applying knowledge of electronic or mechanical theory and components.
• Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
• Test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
• Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
• Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
• Interpret and work in accordance with manuals, drawings and schematics, functional and acceptance test procedures, failure reports and all other applicable engineering and production specifications.
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
• Troubleshoots customer failures down to the component level and train others in troubleshooting best practices.
• Conduct repairs of customer owned hardware down to the board level using soldering iron, heat gun and other necessary equipment.
• Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
• Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use.
• Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
• Perform automated testing and performance testing using a variety of automated testing equipment and special test console to simulate in-service specifications, including but not limited to: vibe, burn in, thermal cycle and leak test, or hydraulic testing.
• Perform manual testing involving setup, adjustment, operation and interpretation of results from standard and special purpose test equipment, applicable to assigned product area, such as differential and multi-meters, signal generators, power supplies, bridges, oscilloscopes, altitude chamber, flow meter and hi-pot, or hydraulic valves.
• Test units in other programs not normally worked on and units of greater complexity under close supervision.
• Supports Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI’s, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise.
• Cross trains less experienced technicians and takes a leadership role in the value stream.
• Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of methods and procedure in troubleshooting, circuitry or mechanical characteristics as related to area of assignment and ability to devise and adapt; Familiarity with product flow through a manufacturing or repair environment; Working knowledge of computer systems.
• Skills: Good oral expression and comprehension (communicate through speech so others will understand and listen to and understand information and ideas presented through speech); Good written expression and comprehension (communicate in English through writing so others will understand and read and understand information and ideas presented in English through writing).
• Time management skills required.
• Abilities: Ability to learn new test software and equipment and to identify abnormal conditions in equipment and product; Manual and finger dexterity (ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects); Ability to make precisely coordinated movements; Ability to work in multiple software systems, including time enter, data enter.
• Ability to Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: AA degree in Electronic or Mechanical Technology, or equivalent knowledge through experience or other recognized educational institution.

Skills

• Good oral expression and comprehension (communicate through speech so others will understand and listen to and understand information and ideas presented through speech).
• Good written expression and comprehension (communicate in English through writing so others will understand and read and understand information and ideas presented in English through writing).
• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy.

Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.

Pay

Compensation Range (Entered by HR): Level II: $32.30-$41.78Level III: $41.93-$53.69Level IV: $43.12-$55.21

Schedule

1st shift: Monday-Friday; Start time can vary between 4am-9am (plus 8 work hours and 30 minutes lunch)
2nd shift: Monday-Friday; Start time can vary between noon-4pm (plus 8 work hours and 30 minutes lunch)