What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Service Technician position at Danaher Manufacturing?
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The Technician I, Equipment Services is responsible for repairing and maintaining custom synthesis platforms, custom automated laboratory equipment, and commercially available laboratory equipment as a member of the Equipment Services team.
This position reports to the Supervisor, Equipment Services-Weekdays and is part of the Equipment Services team located in Coralville, Iowa and will be an on-site role.
Shift: Weekdays, Monday-Thursday, 6:00am-5:00pm
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Support the reliability and sustainability of custom automated laboratory equipment in a high throughput environment
Coordinate and perform preventative maintenance services and address unplanned maintenance on equipment
Apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, fluidics, optical devices/systems, controls systems
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Associate degree or 2 years of work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
Ability to exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently
Ability to travel between buildings onsite
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
Mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills—including the ability to use hand and power tools
Following diagrams, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications
Automation equipment testing or troubleshooting preferred - including Beckhoff TwinCat/EtherCat and Unitronic or similar control systems
IDT, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
