Test Technician
Aerotek
**Job Title: Test Technician**
**Job Description**
This position involves performing skilled repairs and modifications on all electronic and electro-mechanical systems and components found in transit light and heavy rail vehicles. The role requires working independently according to accepted trade standards, supervisory direction, and company-established procedures. Responsibilities include testing, troubleshooting, and repairing electro-mechanical and electronic systems, as well as providing on-site trouble assessment and adjustments for revenue vehicles.
**Responsibilities**
+ Follow a pre-established schedule to test and adjust electronic, electrical, and mechanical systems found on transit vehicles, including propulsion, train control, pneumatic supply, brake control, air conditioning, annunciation, communications, door control, lighting, and auxiliary electrical supply.
+ Troubleshoot and perform primary performance verification on these systems, removing and replacing components as required to meet manufacturer specifications.
+ Record all findings accurately in Test Reports for inclusion in Car History Books for each completed vehicle.
+ Perform modifications to rail vehicle electronic and electro-mechanical systems as directed by engineering and supervisory staff.
+ Collaborate with engineering and other production staff regarding modifications.
+ Use diagnostic test equipment and precision measuring devices; fabricate new testing equipment as needed for new components and systems.
+ Perform secondary dismantling and repair of electronic and electro-mechanical systems.
+ Verify the performance of new or modified systems or equipment.
+ Work closely with transit vehicle mechanics to troubleshoot problems and perform primary repairs.
+ Read and interpret diagrams, engineering drawings, manuals, schematics, and work orders.
+ Measure, test, and inspect completed work to confirm adherence to specifications.
+ Document work performed, including parts and materials used, and follow specified safety procedures.
**Essential Skills**
+ Troubleshooting
+ Electrical
+ Mechanical
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Minimum of 2 years of experience in a light rail or aviation environment is desired.
+ Experience with low and high voltage (VDC), medium voltage (VAC), and relay logic.
+ Proficiency in the use of test-related equipment such as digital multimeters, pneumatic gauges, and current probes.
+ Ownership and maintenance of a basic hand tool set.
+ Experience with precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and pie tapes.
**Why Work Here?**
This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment where your skills and expertise will be highly valued. You will be part of a team that encourages innovation and continuous improvement, providing you with the chance to contribute to the development of advanced transit systems. The company fosters a supportive and collaborative culture, ensuring a good work-life balance and ample opportunities for professional growth.
**Work Environment**
This position operates in a warehouse/production environment where the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The role requires exposure to manufacturing areas where safety protocols must be followed.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hagerstown , Maryland.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Hagerstown,MD.
**Application Deadline**
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 27, 2024.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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