Test Technician

Job Description

Title: Test Technician
Location: Muncie, Indiana
Hire Type: Contract to Hire
Schedule:
• 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 2:00pm-10:30pm
• 3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday, 9:30pm-6:00am (or 7:30pm-6:00am with OT)
Compensation: $27-$34/hour

Overview

We are seeking a Test Technician to inspect, measure, and evaluate locomotive systems to ensure they meet all specifications prior to shipment. This role focuses on electrical and mechanical testing, troubleshooting defects, and supporting safe and accurate testing procedures in a production environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Test electrical, mechanical, and electronic locomotive systems and sub-assemblies
• Identify, troubleshoot, and repair defects found during testing
• Conduct locomotive track testing following all safety and operational procedures
• Follow written work instructions and testing procedures accurately
• Record and document test data and measurements
• Set up test equipment and instrumentation for system evaluations
• Operate locomotives, forklifts, tuggers, and overhead cranes as needed
• Read and interpret gauges, schematics, and precision instruments

Qualifications
• Associate's degree in electrical or mechanical technology preferred with related experience
• Experience troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings
• Familiarity with locomotive or heavy equipment maintenance environments preferred
• Experience using test equipment and basic computer software (Windows, Office)
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment

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

Lea Arvanites
Technical Recruiter

Lea Arvanites is a Technical Recruiter at Sterling Engineering, where she supports the rail division. Since joining Sterling, Lea has gained hands-on experience sourcing candidates, conducting outreach, and learning the full recruiting cycle within a technical staffing environment.

Early in her recruiting career, Lea has quickly adapted to the pace of technical staffing and continues to build confidence through her work with candidates. She is passionate about connecting people with career opportunities that align with their goals, strengths, and long-term potential.

For Lea, the most rewarding part of recruiting is helping candidates find roles where they can grow, contribute, and feel at home. She enjoys being part of that career journey and takes pride in helping create meaningful connections between talented individuals and the right opportunities.

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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.

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