Electro-Mechanical Technician

About Us

For more than 50 years, Gowanda Electronics has been a leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of precision electronic components for RF, microwave, and power applications. Components include standard off-the-shelf and custom-designed inductors, chips, chokes, coils, conicals, toroids, transformers, and magnetic devices in surface mount and axial-leaded (thru-hole) configurations that are used in a wide variety of electronic applications around the world. The company offers RoHS-compliant products as well as lead-containing components for QPL military/defense and other demanding requirements. Non-magnetic inductors are also available for situations where magnetic components would compromise system performance, as in medical imaging (MRI) equipment.

TITLE: Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Location: Arcade, NY

Start Pay range: $25-$35

SUMMARY

The Electronics Maintenance Tech is responsible for programming, set-up, installation, trouble-shooting, and repair of robotics and electronically controlled manufacturing equipment. Duties include but are not limited to programming of servo’s and steppers, and a knowledge of hydraulics is highly desirable.

TASKS

• Assembling, installing, repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electronically controlled manufacturing systems
• Ensuring all power and manual tools are operated in accordance with health and safety regulations
• Providing training and supervision for new technicians and apprentices
• Carrying out scheduled preventative maintenance and servicing the equipment
• Performing equipment demonstrations and drawing up training manuals whenever required
• Interpreting drawings, training manuals, and instructions in order to perform duties
• Light machining including making tools and fixtures
• Following written, verbal instructions
• Attending training workshops as necessary
• Performs other related duties, as required

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Keen technical skills and mechanical ability
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Extremely proficient with electronic components and systems

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Required Education and Experience

• Associate degree or other post-secondary training in engineering technology or Technical/Trade school
• At least five years of related experience with a high degree of professional accountability

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk, use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Why should you join our team?

Our team is growing At Gowanda Electronics we recognize that our employees play a vital role in our success, so we’ve created an environment that focuses on innovation, empowerment, and recognition of individual expertise.

We are known for our quality products and exemplary customer service, and it all starts with our employees. We are proud of the role we play as technology leaders and the difference we make every day by putting our customers first We are also committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive package and career growth opportunities

• Annual pay increases
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401K Program with Employer Match
• Group Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Coverage
• Vacation & Sick (in addition to 11 paid holidays)

This position is not eligible for relocation allowance.

Gowanda Electronics is an equal-opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

At Gowanda Electronics, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees are valued and supported.

Veterans are encouraged to apply.