Equipment Technician

YOUR DAY TO DAY:

Perform routine technical assignments such as constructing, repairing, troubleshooting, maintaining and calibrating electronic and mechanical equipment, tubes, microwave products and electro-mechanical components, devices and systems under direct supervision.

Machine and Equipment may include electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic.

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

• Performs routine electronic, mechanical, and technical assignments such as constructing, repairing, troubleshooting, calibrating, adjusting, testing, and maintaining equipment. Works from schematics, engineering drawings, written and verbal instructions.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all types of equipment.
• Operates related electronic and mechanical equipment necessary to construct, test, evaluate process, repair and maintain specific product or equipment.
• Performs calibration and alignment checks on electronic and mechanical equipment.
• Conducts routine engineering tests and detailed experimental testing and reports data in prescribed format.
• Designs and improvises simple electronic and mechanical tools, fixtures, and equipment as required.
• Develop skill and knowledge in specific equipment.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:

• May be required to work with voltages higher than 10,000 volts
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Attention to detail and ability to problem-solve under pressure.
• Able to work on a team
• Good eye/hand coordination
• Able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Able to lift at least 40 lbs
• Climb, stoop, bend, kneel, and reach overhead for extended periods of time.
• Able to use microscope for extended periods of time
• This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a "U.S. Person" as defined under ITAR and EAR. In order to be a U.S. Person for ITAR and EAR purposes, you must (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Education and Experience:

• Typically requires A.A. degree in appropriate technology or equivalent technical training, or the combination of training and related experience of 0-2 years.
• Knowledge of fundamentals in assigned area and ability to use common equipment and instruments

Salary Range: $23-$26 / hour

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries' thousands of products have impacted people's lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.