Electro-Mechanical Technician - Traveling

ZipRecruiter; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Traveling Electro-Mechanical Technicians to join their dynamic team. This role offers the freedom to travel across the country, engaging with diverse companies while honing your skills in electrical and mechanical systems. As a key player, you will be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing a range of equipment, ensuring smooth operations in a manufacturing setting. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company provides comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and travel compensation. If you're ready for an exciting opportunity that allows you to grow and explore, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Relocation assistance

Referral program

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial manufacturing with proficiency in electrical controls.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Provide technical support for all phases of operation in a manufacturing environment.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Factory Talk or similar HMI software

Conveyor Systems

Mechanical Systems

Hydraulics

High and Low Voltage

Pneumatics

Welding

PLC Programming

Job description

Skillwork is currently seeking Traveling Electro-Mechanical Technicians to join our team! Find freedom and flexibility in your work, travel the country, and learn new skillsets working with new companies. Our Agents work with you to find the best possible placements for your experience and interests.

• Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, PTO, and 401k options provided for all employees.
• We also offer per diem, housing, and travel compensation!

Apply today!

This position has responsibilities to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of electrical and mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment. This position requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters, such as electrical controls, fluid power, mechanical systems, welding, fabrication, and manufacturing processes. This person will perform medium to high-level machine systems troubleshooting and repair, and provide technical support for all phases of the operation. This work will be of average to considerable difficulty in the accomplishment of a variety of mechanical maintenance actions.

Qualifications/Skills:

Must-Have:

• 5+ years in industrial manufacturing
• PLC troubleshooting and changeouts of programs
• Experience with Factory Talk or similar HMI software
• Conveyor Systems (Line Controls)
• Mechanical Systems (bearings, chains, sprockets, gearboxes)
• Hydraulics
• High and Low Voltage
• Meters
• Pneumatics
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

Nice to Have:

• PLC Programming
• Conduit
• Pumps
• Welding

Job Types: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Company Description: We bring technicians into this team as full-time W2 employees. Our external team works on 3 to 6 month assignments of their choosing. We get the option to extend contract, pivot to new clients, or even go full time.