Employment

CURRENT OPENINGS

•  Electronic Lab Technician
•  Mechanical Lab Technician
•  Hydraulic Mechanic

Electronic Lab Technician

Scope/Summary Statement: Perform duties necessary to set up and monitor PC based test equipment and instrumentation in the lab and at the test track areas.

Job Function Statements/Essential:

• Set up and operate PC based test equipment and instrumentation in the lab, at the test track and in the field.
• Carry out test/project procedures from written or verbal instructions.
• Document test/project details using the appropriate forms.
• Maintain & repair electronic equipment.
• Calibrate electronic equipment.
• Recommend new equipment and applications toward enhancing and expanding R&D capabilities.
• Able to work within a team oriented environment.
• Must be able to enter information obtained from tests into Outlook, Access database, or Excel spreadsheet.
• Ensure work area cleanliness and safety rules are followed.
• Fill in as needed and/or assist with mechanical technician duties.

Tools Equip. & Measuring Instruments: Must have general knowledge in the use of laboratory equipment and test machines. Must have knowledge in the use of strain gauges, wheatstone bridge circuits, load cells, electronic transducers, digital data acquisition systems, machine control systems and signal processing principles.

Education and/or Experience: Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technology or equivalent; and one to three months related experience and/or training in load cells and strain gauge application. Must be able to read engineering drawings. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs. Must have good troubleshooting skills and a strong mechanical aptitude. Must be analytical, organized and able to multi-task.

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to push/pull parts into proper position for testing. This includes pushing/pulling while in an upright, or stooping position.
• Able to work under and on a rail car to assist with assembly or testing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Position requires the ability to regularly bend, stoop, stand and sit.

If you are interested in applying, please see Kristy Puma in Administration.

Mechanical Lab Technician

Scope/Summary Statement: Perform duties necessary to set up and perform physical calibration of spring elements and mechanical testing of railcar components in a laboratory, rip track, and test track setting. Perform basic machine shop and fabrication duties to make, modify or repair mechanical testing equipment and fixtures.

Job Function Statements:

• Set up calibrations or tests from written or verbal engineering instructions.
• Carry out test procedures.
• Operate associated equipment.
• Record data necessary for analysis.
• Prepare reports to verify established test procedures.
• Must be able to enter information obtained from tests into Outlook, Access database, or Excel spreadsheet.
• Ensures work area cleanliness and safety rules are followed.
• Able to work within a team oriented environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to push/pull parts into proper position for testing. This includes pushing/pulling while in an upright, or stooping position.
• Able to work under and on a rail car to assist with assembly or testing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Position requires the ability to regularly bend, stoop, stand and sit.

TOOLS EQUIP. & MEASURING INSTRUMENTS: General knowledge of laboratory equipment including the use of Riehle Test Machines, QA gauges, rulers, calipers and micrometers, welders, torches, hydraulic presses, MPI equipment, spray painter, arbor press, hand tools, fixtures, and packaging equipment.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Associates Degree or equivalent, preferably in Mechanical Engineering; and one to three months related experience and/or training in MIG welding and fabrication. Must be able to read engineering drawings and have basic computer skills. Other Electronic skills are highly desirable.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please see Kristy Puma in Administration.
Salary range $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Hydraulic Mechanic

Hydraulic Mechanic reports to Foreman, Miner Enterprises
Work location: Geneva, IL. Full Time-1st. shift

Key Responsibilities:

The Hydraulic Mechanic is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of heavy duty hydraulic equipment, as well as performing general machine/building maintenance.

Essential Functions:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and maintain heavy duty hydraulic systems
• Identify hydraulic components and their capabilities
• Read and understand schematics
• Capable of performing electrical/mechanical troubleshooting root-cause, repairing and rebuilding equipment
• Work with production personnel to correctly identify repair requirements
• Understand and utilize blueprints, operator manuals and/or part catalogs in order to successfully fulfill preventative and corrective maintenance procedures
• Perform work on motors, compressors, conveyors and boilers, and various hydraulic presses ranging from 5-600 tons
• Be available for emergency breakdowns (on-call) and/or snow removal during off work hours, as needed

Requirements:

• HS diploma and/or vocational school training. Minimum of 5 year’s hydraulic experience.
• Excellent working knowledge of hydraulic systems and components including troubleshooting and retro-fitting or designing hydraulic systems.
• Solid understanding of electrical (480V), mechanical pneumatic, hydraulic and piping systems.
• Welding and torch cutting abilities.
• Ability to machine and fabricate parts.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills for injection molding, hydraulic presses and automated assembly equipment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work in a safety conscious manner; understanding safety guidelines and protocols.
• Must have valid driver’s license.