Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Test TechnicianJob Description
Test Technician will be running the Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) through testing protocol to ensure it was assembled properly for the customer. After the power up technician completes the power up process for the Automated Guided vehicles using vehicle schematics/assembly drawings, test technicians will monitor simulations of customers systems and track set up for reliability. Test technicians will also repair parts returned from the customers for debugging or those that were not properly assembled in house. Not all AGVs will run perfectly, so being able to understand electrical systems to troubleshoot and fix the issue is essential. Each test will be documented for engineering to review.
Responsibilities
oStand up meeting at 7am – will get assignment for the day.
oThen go run tasks. Need to ask lead for direction if tasks completed.
oVehicles are going to be powered on and begin troubleshooting, Goal is to find the problem before the customer does.
oPower up – reach out to other team members, assembly or engineering for support when issues arise.
oWill differentiate vendor part vs. what we build if there is a failure. Will then report to quality and reject it, get new part & continue on.
oUse computer skills - Ex: Here’s 20 Sensors – change IPs on line and go on.
oPre-ship – Once vehicle is ready to go out door. Will clean up vehicles, change fluid (gear box), touch up paint & adding decals, etc.\
Essential Skills
- 2+ years of test technician experience working with industrial equipment, machinery, hydraulic systems, electrical equipment, or other mechanical systems
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing components on moving equipment
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics (2+ years)
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Experience documenting test procedures, results, and findings using Excel and/or Word
Work Environment
This role follows a primary schedule of 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the potential for 10-hour days and occasional Saturday work that is not frequent.
The workday includes two paid 15-minute breaks, typically around 8:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and one unpaid 30-minute lunch around 11:30 a.m.
he environment centers on testing and preparing Automated Guided Vehicles in a hands-on, industrial setting that involves powered equipment, electrical and mechanical systems, and use of computers for configuration and documentation.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.
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