Junior Service Technician

Hillenbrand; Texas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Junior Service Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring equipment operates according to customer specifications. This hands-on position involves testing project and non-project equipment, managing food products, and collaborating with diverse teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to maintaining a clean and efficient workspace. If you're eager to contribute to innovative solutions in the food production industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a related field with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Education focused on Mechanical, Pneumatic, and Electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-house testing of equipment ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Manage customer food products for testing and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Mechanical Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Electrical Systems

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Bilingual (English/French or English/Spanish)

Education

Education in Mechanical, Pneumatic, and Electrical Systems

Trade Qualifications in Electronics

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Teams)

PLC Control Systems

HMI Systems

Industrial Networks (Allen Bradley, Unitronics)

Job description

Position Summary:

*This is NOT an IT Tech role*

The Junior Service Technician is responsible for in-house project and non-project equipment testing, managing customer food products for testing, and coordinating with project and assembly teams. This role requires hands-on work with food products and equipment, ensuring that machines operate according to customer specifications while maintaining a clean and organized testing environment.

Work You’ll Do:

• Conduct in-house testing of project and non-project equipment, ensuring compliance with customer specifications.
• Manage customer food products required for testing and coordinate schedules with the Project and Assembly Teams.
• Perform hands-on testing of machines, standing for extended periods as necessary.
• Identify and resolve issues during equipment testing, providing detailed reports on findings.
• Clean and reorganize equipment and the testing area to maintain a safe and efficient workspace.
• Work independently on assignments with minimal supervision and carry out other duties as assigned.
• Team: You will be part of a collaborative team that includes project managers, assembly teams, and other technicians, working together to ensure the successful testing and operation of equipment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Education focused on Mechanical, Pneumatic, and Electrical systems, with some education and/or experience in Electronics or Trade Qualifications in these areas.
• A minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience in a related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Ability to collaborate and interact professionally with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Teams.
• Valid driver’s license and passport for site travel and international assignments.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, stand for long periods time, and able to work with various food products

Preferred Qualifications:

• Priority consideration will be given to candidates with experience in the food or bakery production industry.
• Bilingual proficiency in English/French or English/Spanish is an asset.
• Experience with troubleshooting PLC control systems, HMI, and industrial networks (e.g., Allen Bradley, Unitronics).
• Familiarity with VFD and Servo control components, including their function and configuration.