Talascend is currently seeking an Installation Technician for a contract opportunity located in Vista, CA. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Traveling to customer sites to perform installation, troubleshooting and repair of complex equipment and systems.
- Support Engineering activities during Factory Acceptance testing.
- Support Manufacturing activities when not on travel.
- Performing inventory of site Parts/equipment and tools to ensure accuracy prior to system installations.
- Supporting Customers during Site Acceptance Testing.
- Executing all task assigned by the team leader or manager diligently and on schedule.
- Working with team members to achieve success during installations of equipment and systems.
- Isolating equipment start-up malfunctions and taking corrective action.
- Performing ad-hoc and predetermined work assignments with instructions.
- Following all established guidelines, procedures, and policies.
- Installs and commissions Mid-Energy Portals (MEP) and Low Energy Portals (LEP), IP6500 Vehicle and Cargo Inspection Systems (VACIS) and Exploranium, Radiation Portal Monitor (RPM) systems.
- Performs a variety of technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or factory locations.
- May be called upon to work on equipment that has little or no documentation or training.
- Meets weekly project installation goals within required deadlines.
- Support Engineering activites during Factory Acceptance testing.
- Ensures that tools and test equipment are properly maintained and calibrated.
- Working with team members to achieve success during installations of equipment and systems.
- Maintains clear and concise business communication proficiency, both oral and written
- Travel, overtime and work hours other than Monday-Friday may be required.
- Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions to eliminate problem in minimum time.
- Performing ad-hoc and predetermined work assignments with instructions.
- Maintains effective customer communications and relations.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Related Trade experience (electrical, mechanical)/ Military Training in electrical/electronic and mechanical systems. (Equivalence achieved through comparative work and life experience of 2 years of electrical or mechanical field service experience).
- Minimum of 2 years experience directly involved in troubleshooting and repair of Field electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
- Prior knowledge of X-ray equipment and systems a plus.
- Individuals shall possess excellent communications skills and have a strong orientation for teamwork. Must be willing and able to travel on short notice.
- Job requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, turning, and working in unusual positions requiring full body mobility.
- Must be able to work safely and follow safety precautions in extreme environments (temperature, humidity, noise, confined spaces, etc.) around dangerous industrial equipment.
- Ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
- Able to lift 50 lbs.
- 90% Travel required.
- Ability to multi-task, work accurately and with attention to detail in a Field Service environment.
- Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, system manuals and technical directives for troubleshooting purposes.
- Must be able to obtain a US Passport in order to support OCONUS travel.
- Willing to work on challenging international projects for short durations.
- Work well with peers from various backgrounds to build effective work relationships.
- Must be able to work outdoors and in all types of weather conditions.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Computer literacy; competency in use of all programs within MS Office Suite and aptitude for learning specialized software programs.
- Working knowledge of x-ray and/or CT technologies.
- Network installation and configuration is a plus.
- PLC experience is a plus.
- Previous field electrical assembly experience.
- Certified forklift and aerial lift operator.
- Experience with rigging and material handling.
- Basic understating of OSHA standards and practices.
- Software integration with electric/mechanical equipment.
- Previous hands on project management is a plus.
- Bilingual language skills (Spanish) a plus.
#ind123We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Drug Screen may be required.