Technician-SEASONAL
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Salary: $22.50
Description:
Ready to put your hands-on skills to work with a growing technology company?
InstroTek, Inc. is a leader in innovative products and technology for the construction materials testing industry. Our equipment is trusted around the world to accurately and reliably measure and test construction materials.
As our company continues to grow, we're looking for a Seasonal Technician to join our Grand Rapids, Michigan team to work with us during our busy season from December to April. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in accuracy, and wants to gain valuable experience in a technical environment.
What you will do:
As a Technician, you'll play an important role in preparing, processing, and maintaining testing equipment. Your responsibilities will include
- Provide superior support and serve as point of contact for customers for their material testing equipment needs in person, via phone and email when receiving test equipment.
- Processing equipment into our ERA system with detailed tracking
- Disassembling nuclear density gauges down to the component level
- Cleaning nuclear density gauges using hand tools and solvents
- Cleaning and labeling Type A shipping cases according to DOT specifications
- Managing multiple tasks while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
- Reading, checking, and verifying testing equipment numbers and records
- Packing parts, components, and testing equipment for shipment
- Following written and verbal instructions accurately
Requirements:
We're looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with their hands. The ideal candidate will have:
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when handling equipment, records, and data.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established safety procedures.
- Excellent punctuality and time-management skills
- The ability to multitask and stay organized
- The ability to receive, process, and track testing equipment
- Comfort reading and verifying numbers and identifying information
- Strong communication and customer-service skills
- Dependable, team-oriented, and able to work independently.
What you bring:
- Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools
- Ability to safely handle equipment, tools, cleaning solvents, and shipping materials.
- Previous equipment, manufacturing, service, or warehouse experience is a plus nuclear density gauge experience is not required—training will be provided.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn systems such as ERA.
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical or mechanical experience preferred.
- A valid driver's license and good driving record
Physical Requirements:
This is an active, hands-on position. Candidates must be able to:
Lift up to 75 lbs.
• Stand, walk, and sit for extended periods
• Use hands to finger, handle, and feel objects or controls
• Reach with hands and arms
• Regularly stoop, kneel, bend, crouch
• Communicate effectively in person and by telephone
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Pay: $22.50HR
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Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Position Type: Full-Time, Evaluation to Hire
What Makes Express Employment Professionals Different?
Express Employment Professionals is a local employment agency that has been helping people find great jobs in Grand Rapids since 1996. We focus on helping people find permanent, long-term positions at some of the best companies in the area. Every week we are actively working with 130+ companies in the Greater Grand Rapids area.
Express has a wide variety of jobs available, including:
- Light Industrial
- Skilled Trades
- Administrative
- Professional
Benefits of working with Express:
- Weekly Pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- 401(K) Savings Plan
- Holiday and Vacation Pay
- Scholarship programs
- Free Online Training
Express Office: Grand Rapids
1760 44th Street Southwest
Suite 10
Grand Rapids, MI 49519
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