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Technician

Actalent Services
Madras, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Automotive Technician to support heavy-duty vehicles at the test track in Madras. This role works closely with engineers to prepare vehicles, components, and systems for instrumentation.

This position is hands-on, technical, and ideal for a technician with mechanical experience who also has exposure to software, wiring, and instrumentation tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare vehicles and components for strain gauge instrumentation.
  • Install, route, and secure cables and wiring required for strain testing.
  • Remove axles and perform other mechanical disassembly/reassembly as needed.
  • Support engineers in equipment setup, instrumentation prep, and test readiness.
  • Assist in replacing components and ensuring all parts are properly staged for instrumentation teams.
  • Work collaboratively with engineering teams throughout real-to-virtual transition workflows.
  • Follow high attention-to-detail processes to ensure accurate and reliable instrumentation support.

Required:

  • Prior automotive or mechanical technician experience.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude including axle removal and component prep.
  • Experience running wiring, cables, or similar technical routing tasks.
  • High attention to detail and ability to work methodically.
  • Ability to collaborate closely with engineers in a technical environment.

Preferred:

  • Experience with strain gauges or instrumentation support.
  • Software programming or software-capable technician background.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package. (27 days total of PTO: 17 paid holidays, 10 days of personal PTO)
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment.
  • The chance to work on exciting and impactful projects.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.00 - $36.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34 - $36

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