Equipment Service Technician I (Weekday Overnights, Mon-Thurs, 6pm - 5am)

Integrated DNA Technologies; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) in Coralville, IA, is seeking a Technician I to maintain the reliability of custom automated laboratory equipment in a high-throughput production setting on a Weekday Overnight shift.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 1+ year related experience; candidates will troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and optical systems and travel between Coralville locations while supporting safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ year related experience (prefer IDT).
• Knowledge of electrical, controls, pneumatics, mechanical, fluidics, and optical devices.
• Experience with computers and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support reliability of custom automated lab equipment in a high-throughput environment.
• Coordinate and perform preventive maintenance and address unplanned maintenance.
• Apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, fluidic, optical devices and controls.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Electrical awareness

Data handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Beckhoff TwinCat

EtherCat

Unitronic

Job description

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

Our team at Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), is united by a commitment to collaboration and scientific excellence, building on a strong foundation of innovation, expertise, and reliability. Guided by our vision to help researchers rapidly move from the lab to life-changing advances, we work closely with global partners to accelerate progress and genomics breakthroughs across fields like cancer, infectious disease, rare genetic disorders, and more. At IDT, you’ll be part of a culture rooted in continuous learning and improvement—where your growth fuels our mission to accelerate the pace of genomics and helps shape a healthier, brighter future for all.

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This Technician I is responsible for maintaining the reliability and performance of custom automated laboratory equipment in a high-throughput production environment. The position performs preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, fluidic, optical, and control systems, and uses computer-based tools to support equipment operation and data analysis. Ideal candidates have hands‑on technical experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to travel between Coralville locations while supporting the safe and efficient operation of critical automation systems.

This position reports to the weekend Supervisor, is part of the Equipment Services team located in Coralville, Iowa and all work is performed on site.

Shift: Weekday Overnights, Monday through Thursday, 6pm - 5am

In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Support the reliability and sustainability of custom automated laboratory equipment in a high throughput environment
• Coordinate and perform preventative maintenance services and address unplanned maintenance on equipment
• Apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, fluidics, optical devices/systems, controls systems

The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include

• High school diploma or GED with at least 1+ years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience, preferably at IDT
• Working knowledge of electrical, controls, pneumatics, mechanical, fluidics, and optical devices
• Working with computers and data

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements

• Ability to travel regularly between different IDT locations in Coralville
• Exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally or 25-50 lbs. frequently

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills—including the ability to use hand and power tools
• Following diagrams, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications
• Automation equipment testing or troubleshooting preferred - including Beckhoff TwinCat/EtherCat and Unitronic or similar control systems

IDT, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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