Test Technician

Colonial Group; Valley View (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(K) with 6% Match

12 Paid Holidays

PTO

Company Paid Short/Long Term Disable

Job summary

Avtron seeks a skilled Test Technician to test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify production load bank test equipment using electronics principles and electrical testing.

Responsibilities include wiring and functional testing, prototyping tests, PLC programming, and documenting results to ensure design conformance and safety. The role supports a safe, efficient manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2-year Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent or 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
• Knowledge of electrical principals and power management.
• Ability to read and follow schematics of complex electrical and mechanical circuits.
• Knowledge of LO/TO and OSHA electrical safety.
• Knowledge of PLC interface, computer programming and networking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Tests, troubleshoots, corrects and documents wiring and functional problems per diagrams and test procedures.
• Tests prototype models according to engineering instructions and knowledge of electronic systems.
• Interface with production and engineering to record and correct nonconformance issues.
• Program and test PLCs used to control load step applications.
• Set up electronic components and protective circuits per test specifications.
• Develop and build test simulations for engineering.
• Train new testers in test techniques and setup.
• Perform final inspection on all tested units.

Skills

Electrical theory

Schematics reading

PLC interface

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Testing equipment

Job description

Test Technician

Job description

For over 70 years, Avtron has been the leading manufacturer of load bank systems. At Avtron, we embody a fusion of cutting-edge innovation and over a century of cumulative experience. As the leading worldwide producer of load banks, we specialize in a comprehensive range of solutions, spanning from a few kilowatts to multiple megawatts.We are looking for a skilled Test Technician to join our amazing team! Avtron is seeking to hire a Test Technician who will test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify production (load bank) test equipment applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics and electronic and electrical testing.

Responsibilities for the Test Technician Position

• Tests, troubleshoots, corrects and documents wiring and functional problems in accordance with wiring diagrams and test procedures.
• Tests prototype models according to engineering instructions, and knowledge of electronic systems and components.
• Interface with both production and engineering personnel to properly record and correct both physical, and design nonconformance issues.
• Program and test PLC’s (Programmable Logic Controller) used to control load step applications.
• Set up electronic components and protective circuits per test specifications.
• Develop and build test simulations for engineering.
• Assist in training new testers in test techniques, set-up and operation of test equipment.
• Performs the final inspection operation on all tested units.
• Promote a safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications for the Test Technician Position

• 2-year Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent two year college or technical school, or a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
• Knowledge of electrical principals and power management.
• Ability to read and follow schematics of complex electrical and mechanical circuits.
• Knowledge of PLC interface, computer programming and networking skills are a strong plus.
• Knowledge of LO/TO and OSHA electrical safety.

Benefits for the Test Technician Position

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(K) with 6% Match
• 12 Paid Holidays including 2 float days
• PTO
• Company Paid Short/Long Term Disability
• Benefits are given on 1st day of hire

Avtron is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, veteran status, gender, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other personal characteristic.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour