Equipment Technician I - Plano, TX

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Job Description
Entry Level Equipment Technician I – Plano, Texas

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking entry level Equipment Technician I to join our Electrical team in Plano, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in electrical testing.

Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Equipment Technician I is responsible for managing and tracking of electrical and mechanical test equipment.

Shift/Schedule: 1st shift, M-F.

Salary & Benefits Information

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. 

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. 

What you’ll do:

Transfer Equipment.
Operate equipment.
Maintain equipment and facilities.
Maintain equipment calibration status.
Perform basic analysis of test data and routine calculations.
Prepare equipment for travel (i.e. for travel in a vehicle or by air).
Research new equipment and vendors.
Work with existing vendors to obtain quotes and purchase services and products.
Perform other work as required.
 

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties. .  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
No experience is required - will train
Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools
Ability to review, understand, and convey technical information in an effective manner
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out simple instructions
Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional variables
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
Strong communication skills, in both verbal and written formats
Microsoft Office software expertise, including Word, Excel and Outlook
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record is required. 
 

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

1+ years of related equipment experience