USA_Electro Mechanical Technician

Responsibilities

• Aid in the development and execution of preventative maintenance plans on lab equipment.
• Carry out various electrical and mechanical tests, documenting and archiving data and findings.
• Assist in designing, updating, building, and troubleshooting test infrastructure and fixtures.
• Perform hands-on testing on HVAC components, including setting up, programming, and running tests on mechanical parts.
• Complete test reports and conduct safety inspections.
• Maintain safety inspection results and fulfill preventative maintenance requirements.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and contribute to the creation, fabrication, and assembly of test equipment or test samples.
• Take detailed measurements and observations, presenting them clearly.

Requirements

• Problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Good interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Basic computer skills, including word processing, data entry, and email.
• Understanding of equipment and lab safety requirements.
• Ability to assist engineers with tasks and assignments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CAD experience.
• LabView experience.
• Experience reading 2D drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronics concepts.
• Mechanical experience in assembling testing equipment.
• Experience in a lab environment, collecting data with mechanical test equipment like torque drivers, micrometers, calipers, and multimeters.
• Commercial HVAC knowledge and familiarity.

Work Environment

The position requires working onsite from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm with no travel involved. The role involves using tools and debugging with mechanical equipment. Fieldglass is used for timekeeping. The work environment is a mechanical test lab where safety and compliance with equipment and lab requirements are paramount.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Buffalo Grove, IL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

About Actalent

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About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Electro Mechanical Technician for an onsite position with a duration of at least one year. The role involves assisting and facilitating test plans on HVAC components and maintaining preventative maintenance plans. This position offers the opportunity to work in a mechanical test lab, primarily testing devices and subcomponents used in HVAC systems.