Equipment Technician

Equipment Technician

Supports fieldwork activities by ensuring that the testing equipment is maintained, calibrated, and in good working order for AST offices. Troubleshoots and repairs Alliance-owned equipment, including meterboxes, pumps, sample umbilicals, heat controllers, probes, etc.; troubleshoots and repairs equipment to be used in the field for technicians to perform environmental testing. Maintains the organization of the shop and manages consumable equipment and calibration gas stocks.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assists in staging/loading/unloading of sampling equipment for field projects with Project Manager (PM) and Operations Manager (OM) oversight
• Sampling glassware cleaning, preparation and maintenance
• Performs basic electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair of sampling equipment; including filling out the forms to send them back to the manufacturer and answering inquiries regarding the repair status of the equipment
• Performs calibration of various sampling equipment (meterboxes, temperature sensors, etc.)
• Manages the inventory of calibration gas cylinders with OM oversight
• Ensures warehouse, office, and repair areas are kept clean and orderly
• Performs basic repair, cleaning, and organization of various test equipment
• Prepares paperwork and computer tracking of all equipment being repaired/replaced/on loan to other offices
• Creates shipping labels and coordinates where equipment is going to/coming from and provides needed updates to all pertinent parties in a timely manner
• Facility maintenance (lights, HVAC filters, shop tools, routine plumbing, grounds, etc.)
• Facilitate basic vehicle and mobile lab maintenance in partnership with the Fleet department
• Ensures that vehicles and mobile labs are kept clean and fully stocked using approved checklists
• Manages all field consumable inventories (PPE, reagents, filters, sample jars, shipping containers, tool stocks, etc.)
• Manages office consumable inventories (snacks, drinks, office supplies, etc.)
• Conduct on-site field-testing assistance in a limited capacity
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Mechanical and Electrical skills and knowledge
• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Suite, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to communicate with associates, vendors, contractors, and leaders
• Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Background in industrial and/or electronics maintenance
• 6 months-1 year of stack testing field experience desired

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting for extended periods and the dexterous use of hands and fingers is common in performing equipment repairs.
• Hearing and vision within normal ranges is helpful for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare documents or examine equipment.
• The ability to distinguish between shades of color is required.
• Must be able to use tools and equipment with a high degree of dexterity.
• Exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force may occasionally be required.
• Employee will constantly be required to handle and grasp, frequently lift, and occasionally crawl, reach, kneel, balance, push, pull, carry, and climb.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a repair facility setting; proper use of Personal Protective Equipment is required.
• Occasional field work may require working outdoors in industrial environments.

Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
• Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
• Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)
• Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
• Referral Program
• Per Diem & Paid Travel
• Employee Discount Hub

In compliance with applicable Pay Transparency laws, Alliance Technical Group provides a range of compensation for job postings within locations that have these requirements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. The pay range for this entry-level role is $20-$28 per hour.

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