Installation Technician at Talascend

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.

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We 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.

We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.

Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.