Senior Test Technician - Mechanical & Instrumentation

Komatsu Mining Corp.; Sahuarita (AZ); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Sahuarita, Arizona is seeking a skilled technician for machine assembly and test preparation. You will support engineering tests, assemble components, and maintain test fixtures, working onsite in a hands-on role on multiple programs.

The ideal candidate has an associates degree or equivalent, 5+ years in mechanical settings, welding ability, and strong schematic troubleshooting skills. Willingness to travel and operate heavy equipment is required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent to be eligible for the role.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a mechanical setting, preferably in construction or mining maintenance.
• Experience operating haul trucks, loaders, dozers, graders, and similar equipment.
• Ability to weld and fabricate components as needed.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Willingness to travel and work supervised or unsupervised in a remote location.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds and traversing varied terrain.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble machine components for evaluation.
• Fabricate and assemble machine and test fixtures.
• Apply strain gages for structural testing.
• Teardown, inspect and rebuild test components and machine components.
• Perform standard tests on machines and components.
• Communicate with customers, employees, and vendors professionally.
• Perform duties to acceptable standards of performance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Welding

Travel willingness

Education

Associate degree or equivalent technical field

Job description

Job Location (Short): Sahuarita, Arizona, USA, 85629

Requisition ID: 36649

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

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Job Overview

This is a skilled position requiring experience and skill with machine assembly procedures and technician skills with instrumentation and test equipment. Support test operations in the setup of fixtures, components and machines for engineering tests in the development, or evaluation, of components, systems and/or total machines. Participate in the construction and maintenance of test roads and facilities. The candidate will be assisting with as many as 50 major test programs per year.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble machine components for purpose of evaluation.
• Fabricate and assemble machine and test fixtures.
• Apply strain gages for the purpose of performing structural tests.
• Teardown, inspect and rebuild test components and machine components from test programs.
• Perform standard tests on machines and components
• Communicate at work with customers, employees, and vendors in a businesslike manner.
• Perform all duties to acceptable standards of performance.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Associates degree in relevant technical field, or knowledge and experience equivalent to the aforementioned education.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical setting, with preference to construction or mining maintenance experience.
• Operation of haul trucks, loaders, dozers, graders, and/or other equipment.
• Ability to weld.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Strong knowledge of schematics and ability to troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Ability & willingness to travel & work supervised or unsupervised in a remote location.
• Additional reasonable requests/duties as required to fulfil the role.
• Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills, the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.
  

Additional Information

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $68,000 - 80,000. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.

• 401k and/or employee savings programs
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company’s founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com .

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.