Universal Mechanical Express Technician

This position is responsible for supporting installations and service calls exclusively at GROB’s customer sites.  This individual will need to be available to travel on short notice to wherever GROB designates them to travel to. While at the customer sites, this individual will be responsible for the mechanical build and start-up of machine tool equipment.  The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, an in-depth knowledge of metric prints, and an understanding of assembly technology and/or metal cutting principles.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Must respond quickly to customer installations or problems on short notice
• Assemble and start-up new CNC machines to GROB specifications
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Set up and initiate the operation of assembled equipment.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments (such as calipers, levels, indicators, micrometers, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Read and follow tool layouts and NC code (G-code, M-functions)
• Basic knowledge of PLCs and control systems is advantageous.
• Respond to emergency calls from customers in a timely manner

Education & Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma minimum
• Technical diploma or associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related field preferred.
• NC programming experience preferred
• Previous CNC machining or machine building experience preferred
• Previous experience with assembly equipment and robotic cells preferred
• 1–2 years of experience in a maintenance or technician role, preferably in a manufacturing or machine tool environment.

General Requirements:

• Ability to travel as required for business needs
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Full understanding of the metric system
• Strong math skills
• Flexibility to work overtime or weekends during peak periods.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

GROB offers a competitive wage as well as an excellent benefit package including vacation, health, prescription, dental, vision, STD, life, 401K, and shift premiums. 

Application Information

Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.