Engineering Technician 1, 2nd shift

Creation Technologies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Creation Technologies in Dallas is seeking an entry-level Engineering Tech 1 to execute basic equipment repairs and routine maintenance in a high-tech electronics manufacturing environment.

You will support safety practices, document maintenance activities in CMMS, and collaborate with Operations and Engineering to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• High School Degree, GED or military training experience; vocational skills favored.
• LOTO safety standards and equipment operation understanding.
• Proficiency with tools, basic measuring devices, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates foundational understanding of equipment operation and LOTO safety procedures.
• Executes equipment repair tasks and performs routine preventive maintenance under supervision.
• Keeps CMMS updated with repair parts usage and completed PM logs.
• Handles routine preventive maintenance and escalates significant issues to minimize downtime.
• Collaborates with Operations and Engineering; communicates technical information clearly.
• Assists with Installation Qualification activities on new or relocated equipment.
• Contributes to continuous improvement by feedback on equipment condition and repair frequency.

Skills

LOTO safety

Troubleshooting

English comms

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Problem solving

Learning agility

CMMS familiarity

Education

High School or GED

Military training experience

Tools

CMMS

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Engineering Tech 1 is a skilled hands-on role at Creation Technologies, focused on executing basic equipment repairs and performing routine maintenance procedures.

This entry-level position is crucial for those starting their career within the high-tech electronics manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include basic troubleshooting, adherence to safety lock out tag out standards, and effective collaboration with team members.

This role is key for keeping our equipment in good running condition and part of ensuring on-time delivery of customer ordered products. This is a role that combines hands-on experience with ongoing vocational skills growth, offering insights into electronics manufacturing processes and an initial pathway for future advancement to other more advanced positions within Creation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:

• Demonstrates a foundational understanding of equipment operation and lock out tag out safety procedures.
• Executes equipment repair tasks and performs routine preventive maintenance work under Operations and Engineering supervision.
• Takes care of ensuring that the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is kept current with repair parts usage and that completed preventative maintenance tasks are logged.
• Handles routine preventive maintenance tasks and escalates significant issues identified as necessary, ensuring that machine performance meets the equipment vendor’s specifications and is in compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborates effectively within the Operations and Engineering team, communicating technical information clearly and contributing to operational goals.
• Assists in the implementation of Installation Qualification (IQ) activities on both new and relocated equipment.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts by periodically providing feedback on the running state of equipment they service.
• Provides input to Operations & engineering for which equipment needs refurbishment or replacement.
• Updates the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) with both PM completion status as well as any unplanned repairs performed, or reactive maintenance, as required.
• Effectively communicates task challenges and discoveries to their internal interfaces.
• Recommends Purchases of Parts & PM Supplies that were depleted as part of their duties.
• Contributes to continuous improvement initiatives by reviewing frequency of repairs and communicating to their leadership on those testers that appear to be needing the most attention in any given quarter.

Tech 1 Position Specific Attributes and Tasks:

• Executes equipment Preventative Maintenance (PM) on machines and associated peripheral equipment as assigned by their leadership.
• Engages in repairs on manufacturing equipment as assigned by supervisor.
• Assists with the implementation of new process equipment by participating in the verification of installed utilities and identification of lock-out tag-out energy sources.
• Assists in in-house custom equipment build activities support when requested.
• Troubleshoots equipment as assigned.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing equipment vendor, for troubleshooting and swiftly repairing equipment, as required to minimize downtime.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Required Experience

• High School Degree, GED or military training experience. With a focus on vocational skills preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in electronics manufacturing preferred.Sorry, incorrect; continue.
• Skills Required
• Understanding of equipment operation and lock out tag out (LOTO) safety standards.
• Proficiency with using tools, simple measuring devices, and/or troubleshooting.
• Effective oral and written English communication and collaboration skills.
• Must be detailed oriented.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to general work safety guidelines.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail required.
• Capacity to learn and apply new skills in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in using a Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) preferred.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us!

Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.