What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Technician II position at Northstar Logix Inc?
Location: Wilmer, TX
Job Type: Temp-to-Perm
Shifts Available:
- Day Shift (A & C): 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Night Shift (B & D): 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (10% pay differential)
- Rotating Wednesdays
Pay Range:
- Day Shift: $26 – $33/hr
- Night Shift: $28.60 – $36.30/hr (with 10% night differential)
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated equipment
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Experience with:
- Motors, pumps, valves, sensors
- PLCs and ladder logic
- Industrial robotics
- Electrical and pneumatic systems
- Proficient in use of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, calipers)
- Ability to read schematics and technical manuals
- Fast-paced manufacturing experience preferred
Preferred (Not Required):
- Prior experience in the solar industry or working with solar panel manufacturing equipment (lamination/soldering machines)
- Background in high-volume production environments
Responsibilities:
- Perform routine preventive maintenance to minimize downtime
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues on production equipment (electrical, mechanical, pneumatic)
- Detect and isolate irregularities in machinery and automation systems
- Replace or repair defective components (motors, belts, bearings, wiring, sensors)
- Maintain accurate logs of maintenance and repairs
- Assist in installing, testing, and commissioning new equipment
- Collaborate with production and process teams to optimize equipment performance
- Train and guide junior technicians as needed
- Follow all safety protocols and maintain clean, organized workspaces
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive motion tasks
Job Type: Temp-to-hire
Pay: $27.91 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Experience:
- PLC: 4 years (Required)
- Motors, pumps, valves, sensors: 2 years (Preferred)
- Electrical and pneumatic systems: 2 years (Preferred)
- Industrial robotics: 1 year (Preferred)
- manufacturing: 4 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Wilmer, TX 75172 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $33