Sr Technician - Service

ZF Group; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ZF Group seeks a Senior Service Technician to repair, service, calibrate and commission test systems at customer sites, supporting end-of-line and R&D testing.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic issues, install equipment, replace components, perform preventive maintenance and calibrations, and document findings for continuous improvement. Travel up to 75% in peaks.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 4–6+ years of related maintenance experience.
• Ability to read DIN/ISO blueprints (metric) and analyze them.
• Proficient with hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical components, and repair methods.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, maintain, install, and rebuild test systems on-site and at customer sites.
• Install equipment and diagnose mechanical/electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic issues.
• Replace motors, pumps, belts, wiring and related components.
• Tear down, repair, rewire, and test valves, pumps, and related parts.
• Move and install equipment; wire power and hydraulic lines.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibrations on test systems.
• Document issues and repairs; report to management.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math & calculations

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Machine maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

MS Office

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary: The Senior Service Technician is responsible for the repair, service, calibration, and commissioning (i.e. installation and technical support) of test systems in order to support end-of-line and R&D testing operations at customer sites.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform activities to diagnose, repair, maintain, install, and rebuild a variety of test systems to support validation processes on-site and at the customer site.
• Install equipment, perform test procedures, diagnose mechanical/electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic issues, and analyze nature of malfunction required to repair test systems.
• Replace electric motors, pumps, belts, electric wiring, numeric controls, and related components involving mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic functions.
• Tear down and check component parts; repair, reassemble, and test valves, pumps, solenoid valves, rewire controls.
• Build special assembly and/or test fixtures; machine special replacement parts and/or fixtures.
• Move and install equipment; wire-in electric power, install hydraulic lines, and hook-up air lines.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance or calibrations on test systems.
• Check effective functionality of equipment safety devices on a periodic basis.
• Document issues, solutions, and repair work performed.
• Report unusual equipment or operating issues to management as they arise.
• Use a variety of machine tools and test equipment such as lathes, mills, grinders, saws, and drill presses, electrical meters, measuring & calibration tools, precision inspection tools, and common hand tools.
• Maintain an organized and hazard-free work area in compliance with all customer policies and governmental guidelines to ensure a safe and productive work environment.
• Work in accordance to 5S procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, formal training, reviewing professional publications, establishing and expanding professional networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Comply with all IATF/ZF policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Associate's Degree
• 4 - 6+ years of related experience and/or trades training in complex machine maintenance (internship and co-op included)
• Ability to read blueprints in DIN/ISO standard format (in metric)
• Ability to analyze blueprints and use mathematics to evaluate/understand complex machine drawings
• Working knowledge in Hydraulics/Pneumatics/Mechanical components/parts functionalities
• Working knowledge of machine, tool, equipment, and test systems operations in addition to related repair methods and procedures involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components/parts
• Basic knowledge in electrical wiring and troubleshooting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Basic math and reading skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel and management
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong mechanical experience with problem-solving/analytical skills and a high attention to detail
• Ability/willingness to travel (mainly: US, Canada and Mexico); on average 50%; project depending up to 75% in peaks
• Valid driver's license