Mechanical Test Technician

NEETRAC

Forest Park, GA

Pay: $18-$30/hr

Shift: Full time

**Job Summary**

The Mechanical Test Technician will perform mechanical and environmental testing on components of the electric grid such as overhead conductor (power lines), utility poles and crossarms, insulators, connecting hardware, and many other accessories.

Additionally the technician would spend time assisting with a broad variety of laboratory activities associated with NEETRAC test programs with direction provided by NEETRAC Engineers, Coordinators, and experienced Test Technicians. This can include work on power cables and accessories, insulators, HV and MV equipment, tensile machines, setting up and carrying out tests, building controls systems, repairing equipment, etc. Tests may involve subjecting samples to high current, voltage, force, simulated lighting, or flames until destruction.

This is a temp to permanent position.

**Job Duties**

The Mechanical Technician will conduct and assist in activities such as:

• Performing routine mechanical and environmental tests
• Performing basic machining with saws, drill press, mill, etc.
• Monitoring tests and recording test data
• Basic data processing using Microsoft Excel
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment issues
• Performing equipment maintenance and repair tasks
• Setting up / constructing mechanical and electrical tests
• Preparing basic test reports

**Qualifications**

The Mechanical Technician must be able to:

• Perform physical testing of materials
• Work while standing for 5-6 hours
• Lift 25-50 lb
• Ability to work from high locations (15+ feet) and various environments
• Work with equipment like saws, drill press, cutters, etc.
• Work with appropriate PPE (gloves, boots, hard hats, safety classes, etc.) and follow appropriate dress code and safety protocol for working with machines
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics

**Preferred experience**: Demonstrated hands-on mechanical and machining experience

**Preferred education**: Not required, but an Associates Degree in Mechanical Technology or similar discipline is valued

Hourly rate is determined by considering both experience and education

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What makes you interested in this role?
• What machining equipment have you used?
• Do you have any hands-on hobbies?

Experience:

• hand and power tools: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Forest Park, GA 30297: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person