Sr Test Technician

Komatsu; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental, etc)

401k and savings programs

Paid time off

Training and development programs

Life insurance

Job summary

Komatsu in Sahuarita, Arizona, is seeking a Sr Test Technician to support test operations, assembly, and fixture development for engineering tests. This role involves up to 50 major test programs annually and requires substantial hands-on experience with machinery, instrumentation, and test equipment.

The successful candidate will assemble/disassemble components, fabricate test fixtures, apply strain gauges, troubleshoot electrical/hydraulic systems, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a mechanical setting, preferably in construction/mining maintenance.
• Experience operating haul trucks, loaders, dozers, graders, or similar equipment.
• Ability to weld and read schematics; troubleshooting electrical/hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble machine components for evaluation.
• Fabricate and assemble machine and test fixtures.
• Apply strain gauges for structural testing.
• Teardown, inspect, and rebuild test components.
• Perform standard tests on machines and components.
• Communicate with customers, employees, and vendors professionally.
• Meet performance standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Machine assembly

Instrumentation

Testing equipment

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical/hydraulic schematics

Education

Associates degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

Sr Test Technician

Posting Start Date: 8/11/26

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

• Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
• 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 Aff ... 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.