Onsite Electro-Mechanical Lab Equipment Technician

Cole-Parmer Instrument Company; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Cole-Parmer Instrument Company in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a Service Technician to repair and service SPEX Sample Prep equipment. You will support internal and external customers with mechanical and electrical repairs and documentation.

The role requires troubleshooting from schematics, performing QC checks, and creating work orders in the MRP system. Field visits are possible (<10% travel) to assist customers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electronics, mechanics and scientific principles related to repair to circuit board level.
• Ability to read troubleshooting schematics, parts lists and wiring diagrams.
• Strong communication skills for written and oral technical inquiries.
• Proficient math skills for repair estimates and calculations.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics and use standard hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical lab sample prep equipment per drawings and schematics.
• Test and verify equipment meets specifications and document results.
• Generate and complete work orders in the MRP system.
• Drive quality and process improvements and support SPEX products.
• Respond to customer and dealer inquiries via phone and email.
• Provide technical documentation to assist troubleshooting and repairs.
• Field service and customer visits as needed (<10% travel).
• Maintain safety and accuracy in all repair activities.

Skills

Electronics

Mechanics

Schematics reading

Troubleshooting

Communication

Math calculations

Blueprints & diagrams

Hand tools

Computer skills

Education

High School degree

Associates or trade school degree preferred

Tools

MRP system

Job description

Cole-Parmer Instrument Company in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a Service Technician to repair and service SPEX Sample Prep equipment. You will support internal and external customers with mechanical and electrical repairs and documentation.

The role requires troubleshooting from schematics, performing QC checks, and creating work orders in the MRP system. Field visits are possible (<10% travel) to assist customers.