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Electro Mechanical Technician

Buffalo Grove, IL

12.0 Months

Full-Time $17-$22/hr

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Posted: May 21, 2026

Ref: GDILEM21

Position Overview

Looking for someone to help maintain and perform specified tests in a Mechanical test lab that primarily tests devices and subcomponents used in HVAC. This involves performing various electrical and mechanical tests, recording data and findings and archiving results. They would assist in building and testing prototypes of new or improved designs. This person would work hand-on to help develop and execute preventative maintenance plans on various pieces of equipment in the lab. They would also assist in designing, updating, building and troubleshooting off the shelf and bespoke test infrastructure and fixtures.

Assisting and facilitating test plans on HVAC components
Maintaining Preventative Maintenance plans
HVAC knowledge and familiarity is a positive
Hands on, knows how to use tools, able to debug with mechanical tools

Required Skills:
Problem-solving skills and ability to work within a team
Must have good interpersonal, communication (both written & verbal) and problem solving skills
Basic computer skills such as word processing, data entry, and e-mail
Must be able to understand and abide by equipment and lab safety requirements
Ability to assist all levels of engineers with their tasks and assignments
Carrying out tests using bespoke test equipment and assist in setting up, programming, and running various tests on mechanical parts
Perform assigned tests under limited supervision using standard testing and new procedures
Complete test reports
Perform Safety inspections and maintain safety inspection results
Complete preventative maintenance requirements and troubleshoot malfunctions
Assist in devising, fabricating, and assembling test equipment or test samples
Ability to take detailed measurements & observations, and to convey those items clearly

Nice to Haves:
CAD experience
Labview experience

Experience reading 2D drawings and specifications
Knowledge of electrical and electronics concepts
Mechanical background in assembling testing equipment
Mechanical background in preventative maintenance of lab equipment
Experience in a lab environment collecting data with mechanical test equipment (torque drivers, micrometers, calipers, multimeters etc)
Commercial HVAC knowledge and familiarity is a positive

Notes:
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Onsite position

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