What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Technician position at Putzmeister?
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Summary: The Test Technician plays a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of both the large line (CPs and TBs) and small line (TKs and MMs) by performing detailed testing according to schematics and technical data. The Test Technician is responsible for setting up and operating various test equipment and ensuring assemblies meet strict quality standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Inspect machines for proper hydraulic plumbing according to hydraulic schematics.
- Install test instruments (test fixtures, gauges, flow meters) using basic hand tools.
- Set up proper pressure and flows according to hydraulic schematics.
- Complete required test documentation.
- Troubleshot the hydraulic system and components.
- Prepare rework reports for manufacturing.
- Weighing of truck-mounted machines.
- Learn how to use Gate valves and repair seals if necessary.
- Must learn how to perform maintenance on our filter carts.
- Learn to change filters on machines, often being exposed to different hydraulic oil.
- Learn to use digital test equipment.
- Often required to work outside in the elements to do repairs and adjustments.
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace daily.
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities – Boom Test
- Perform boom and stability tests on units according to technical data.
- Program EBC and test it. Check sensors & program and troubleshoot.
- Program ISA and test functions. Check sensors, program them, and troubleshoot.
- Stability test using counterweights.
- Water tests the entire system and checks for leaks. Repair as needed.
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years manufacturing, mechanical, or 1-3 years hydraulic experience
- Able to understand and use Metric system
- Able to read and understand hydraulic schematics
- Able to read and understand electrical schematics
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have forklift driving certification
- Good communication skills
- Flexibility with overtime hours is required
Education/Certification/Training:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Mandatory safety training (see “Total Compliance Management” program)
- On-the-job training
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
- The physical environment requires the employee to work inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.
- The noise level in this environment is frequently loud.
- Ability to continuously stand or walk; and the ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, and lift frequently.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
The above information includes the general details necessary to describe the principal duties of the job identified. It shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)
- Company paid Hospital Indemnity/Accident Insurance
- HSA – incentives for company contributions
- FSA Plans
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Company paid Short-term/Long-term Disability
- Paternity Leave
- 401K plan with company match
- Profit sharing
- Company events
- Education Reimbursement
- Boot Reimbursement
- Uniform Program
- Employee discount program
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