Junior Technician

QPS Employment Group; DeWitt (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Junior Technician in DeWitt, IA to support product assembly and pre-delivery inspections for inbound and outbound equipment. You will perform basic setup, testing, and final quality checks before shipment or customer delivery.

You will assist senior technicians with maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs, while helping maintain quality-control standards throughout the assembly process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in equipment assembly, maintenance, or repair.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and basic shop equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Capable of lifting, carrying, and moving equipment and materials as needed.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record preferred.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for trade shows, customer demonstrations, training sessions, or dealer events.

Responsibilities

• Assist with product assembly and pre-delivery inspections (PDI) for inbound and outbound equipment.
• Perform basic equipment setup, testing, and final quality checks prior to shipment or customer delivery.
• Support senior technicians with equipment preparation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities.
• Help maintain quality-control standards throughout the assembly and inspection process.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of equipment for customer demonstrations, trade shows, dealer events, and training sessions.
• Load, unload, move, and organize equipment and materials within the shop and warehouse.
• Maintain accurate records of completed inspections, repairs, and service activities as required.
• Ensure work areas, tools, and equipment are kept clean, organized, and safe at all times.
• Support general shop and warehouse operations to promote efficiency and productivity.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Shop equipment

Job description

Position Title: Junior Technician Wage: $22.00 - $25.00/hour Shift: 1st Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Junior Technician Responsibilities:

• Assist with product assembly and pre-delivery inspections (PDI) for inbound and outbound equipment


• Perform basic equipment setup, testing, and final quality checks prior to shipment or customer delivery


• Support senior technicians with equipment preparation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities


• Help maintain quality-control standards throughout the assembly and inspection process


• Assist with the preparation and organization of equipment for customer demonstrations, trade shows, dealer events, and training sessions


• Load, unload, move, and organize equipment and materials within the shop and warehouse


• Maintain accurate records of completed inspections, repairs, and service activities as required


• Ensure work areas, tools, and equipment are kept clean, organized, and safe at all times


• Support general shop and warehouse operations to promote efficiency and productivity

Requirements for Junior Technician:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred


• Mechanical aptitude and interest in equipment assembly, maintenance, or repair


• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and basic shop equipment


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship


• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions


• Capable of lifting, carrying, and moving equipment and materials as needed


• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment


• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record preferred


• Willingness to travel occasionally for trade shows, customer demonstrations, training sessions, or dealer events

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.