Electromechanical Technician

Summary

Performs a variety of tasks related to wiring, testing, assembling, and troubleshooting electromechanical subassemblies and complete systems. Reads and interprets blueprints and wiring diagrams to assemble components according to specifications. Conducts functional and performance testing to verify proper operation. Diagnoses and repairs issues as needed to ensure products meet established quality, reliability, and safety standards. Support the various areas of Quality where assistance is needed daily.

Essential Job Duties

• Test and evaluate electronic products and systems, including prototypes, pre-production units, and production assemblies. Performs electrical and electronic testing on components ranging from simple circuits to complex solid-state systems.
• Performs functional testing, adjustments, and calibration to ensure products meet required specifications. Identify and troubleshoot issues in final assemblies, subassemblies, systems, and test equipment. Document findings and corrective actions taken.
• Reads and follows schematics, wiring diagrams, test procedures, specifications, and verbal instructions. Sets up and operates test equipment to verify product quality and performance.
• Will perform duties of inspection personnel and work closely with Engineering teams to resolve product or process issues. Maintain and repair fixtures as needed to support production testing.

Required Qualifications - Required qualifications to effectively perform the job. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. (Additional requirements may be designated by position.)

• Associate degree in a related field preferred
• 2-3 years of equivalent education, training, or hands-on experience in electronics or a related discipline.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting skills, including the ability to diagnose printed circuit boards to the component level and resolve issues in final assemblies and complete systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify potential problems and inconsistencies.
• Effective written communication skills with the ability to document findings clearly and accurately.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with this position.

• Ability to work with small hand tools
• Critical thinker with strong attention to detail
• Good interaction, communication skills with customers at all levels
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good verbal communication skills with all levels of internal and external contacts
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to develop and maintain business relationships
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and provide guidance or instruction when needed.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to multitask and self-starter.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics.

Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• General factory conditions including noise and dust
• Must be able to don PPE including hearing protection, safety boots, or glasses where required in the on-site manufacturing areas.

Physical Abilities - Activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Required to use close vision and be able to focus.
• Occasionally lift, or carry, or lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to sit, stand, and bend at the knee and waist, and walk.
• Must have finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work with wire crimping machinery
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
• Ability to distinguish between color-coded wiring.

Fairbanks Scales Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets

DISCLOSURE REGARDING BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Fairbanks Scales Inc. may obtain information about you from a third-party consumer reporting agency for employment purposes. Thus, you may be the subject of a "consumer report" and/or "investigative consumer report" which may include information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and/or mode of living, and which can involve personal interviews with sources such as neighbors, friends, or associates, The reports may contain information regarding your credit history, criminal history, social security verification, motor vehicle records ("driving records"), verification of your education or employment history, or other background checks. Credit history will only be requested where such information is substantially related to the duties and responsibilities of the position for which you are applying.

NOTIFICATION OF PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREENING

Fairbanks Scales Inc. performs post-offer, pre-employment drug testing for all roles prior to being hired into any role as part of our Drug Free Workplace Policy. In addition, Fairbanks Scales Inc. performs post-offer, pre-employment drug testing under the authority of the U.S. Department of Transportation prior to being hired for any role or transferred into a safety-sensitive role.