Test & Repair Technician

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Irwin (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking an Electronics Technician to join our Motion Systems Group. You will diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems, interpret schematics, and collaborate with engineers to optimize production and repair processes.

The role requires hands-on soldering, oscilloscope use, and disciplined adherence to lean practices. You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and ensure equipment calibration and maintenance are up to date.

Qualifications

• AS or certification in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology, or equivalent.
• Experience with circuit-level theory and troubleshooting of electronics systems.
• Soldering, oscilloscope, metrology, and inventory control skills required.
• Familiarity with Lean fundamentals.
• Strong verbal and written communications; team player.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate components and products related to production or quality; determine changes to processes.
• Decipher plans, drawings, diagrams, and instructions to install or troubleshoot electronics systems.
• Record performance data and document testing methods and part specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers to fine-tune repair and diagnostic processes.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems in production environments.
• Maintain equipment through scheduled maintenance and calibration.
• Communicate with customers and team members about progress and issues.
• Contribute to kaizen and continuous improvement activities.
• Perform workflow tasks as defined by priorities and standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Circuit theory

Soldering

Oscilloscope

Metrology

Lean fundamentals

MS Office

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

AS or cert in Electronics

Tools

Oscilloscope

Metrology tools

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Position Summary

In Motion Systems Group and Electronic Controls and Motion Division, we play a pivotal role in applications that change our world. We are in almost everything that moves. With our wide range of technologies, we help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges by living our purpose: enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. We believe that our team members are our key assets and that a diverse workforce is a driving force to bring our purpose to life. We foster a culture where every team member feels safe, included, and empowered. We all belong, we all matter, and we all make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate components and products related to the production process or the quality of final product parts and determine when there is a need for changes to the process.
• Decipher complex plans, drawings, diagrams, blueprints and instructions in order to complete installation or practice troubleshooting of electronics systems, parts or wiring networks.
• Record information and results about product performance by detailing testing methods, documenting possible issues and listing part specifications.
• Partner with mechanical or electrical engineers to fine tune the repair and diagnostic process in the work environment.
• Diagnose and repair problems with electrical and mechanical systems in a production environment.
• Maintain all equipment and components by performing scheduled maintenance tasks, ensuring calibration of equipment and scheduling replacement when needed.
• Communicate with customers, team members, engineers or management to determine possible problems or update individuals with work progress.
• Completes problem solving exercises and corrective actions as assigned
• Participates in or leads kaizen continuous improvement activities
• Standard work and ad hoc responsibilities as defined by organizational priorities and standards.
• Workflow determined by internal and external customer requirements.

Qualifications

• A.S. or certification in Electronics, Manufacturing Technology or equivalent
• Experience with circuit level theory with component level troubleshooting, mechanical and rotating equipment.
• Prior test and repair experience preferred
• Soldering, oscilloscope, metrology, inventory control systems skills required
• Familiarity with Lean fundamentals
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Windows, Excel, and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong team player with interpersonal skills to work cross-functionally across different functions.
• Ability to quickly master new business knowledge and technical skills in a rapidly changing business environment
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks to meet organizational needs, with limited guidance.
• Ability to problem solve

Equal Employment Opportunity

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmatively action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)

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