Test Technician
Employment Type:
Contract to Perm
Job Category: Technician
Job Number: 54766728
Compensation: $27-34 / hour
Job Description
Title: Test Technician
Location: Muncie, IN – 100% Onsite
Duration and hire type: CTH or Direct Hire
Overview: Sterling Engineering/Staffing is currently looking for a Test Technician for one of our clients in the Muncie, IN area. Sterling has a rich history of delivering top talent to our clients. We are a nationwide Staffing Firm with over 100 clients and works primarily with Fortune 1000 corporations.
Shifts:
1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM/4:30 PM
3rd Shift: Sunday – Thursday, 7:30PM/9:30 PM – 6:00 AM
Hourly Rate: $27-34/hr and Up based on Experience
Benefits: Package that includes Paid Time off, Paid Holidays, 3 Medical Plans to choose from, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) Plan.
Job Description
Inspect, take measurements and conduct a prescribed range of evaluations, both mechanical and electrical, to ensure locomotives are meeting all specifications before qualifying and shipping to customers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Test all electrical and mechanical, and electronic locomotive systems and sub-assemblies including complicated circuits, electrical measurements, air brake systems, diesel engines, and interactions between all systems
- Diagnose, adjust, troubleshoot, and repair all defects found during testing
- Conduct track testing of all types of locomotives and be expected to follow all rules pertaining to the operation of a locomotive
- Follow written/scope of work instructions and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely
- Calculate and record data
- Responsible for test set-ups and special instrumentations required to determine parts performance and systems characteristics
- Operate Locomotive and other rolling equipment such as tuggers and fork trucks
- Read precision instruments and gauges
- Operate overhead cranes
- Responsible for troubleshooting methods to identify problems, critically analyze and develop solutions, and report key findings to quality organization and internal production departments
- Assign and Manage employees’ daily work scope to ensure work is completed safely, in a timely manner
Education and Training:
- Associate's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering technology and at least 5 years of related experience
Qualifications and Experience:
- Technical knowledge to detect a deficiency with written skills to record deficiencies in an easily understandable manner and the expertise to repair the deficiency (if required)
- Electrical / mechanical experience with the ability to troubleshoot problems using schematics and other test engineering specifications
- Functional understanding of (locomotive) electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems
- Understand mechanical / electrical / pneumatic / hydraulic schematics flowcharts
- Must be able to make locomotive repairs and use tools typically found in a locomotive maintenance facility
- Must have experience in a high voltage environment, computer/electronics knowledge and a working knowledge of test equipment
- Must have experience in using a variety of computer software programs including Windows and Office products
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Meet Your Recruiter
Kajal Patel
Technical Recruiter
Kajal Patel is a dedicated Technical Recruiter specializing in the Transportation industry. With a successful track record at Sterling and a wealth of experience spanning five years in the recruitment field, Kajal is a driving force in talent acquisition.
As a Technical Recruiter in the Transportation sector, Kajal understands the nuances of the industry and the unique demands it entails. Her experience and insights enable her to guide candidates and clients effectively, ensuring a seamless match that benefits all parties involved.
With her experience, Kajal has developed a keen understanding of the recruitment landscape. Her advice to never ghost potential employers and maintain open communication with recruiters is a testament to her professionalism and dedication. Kajal recognizes that such practices can impact immediate opportunities and future prospects, potentially hindering one's career growth.
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