Service Technician - Microscope and Forensic Equipment

Job Description

Leeds Precision Instruments, Inc., located in Plymouth, MN, is seeking a Service Technician for Scientific Equipment/Microscope to join our team!

Skills and Abilities :

• Basic troubleshooting and repair capabilities of mechanical /electronic systems.
• Strong PC computer skills:
  Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, and Quickbooks.
• Ability to work independently.
• Familiarity with ISO-compliant calibrations is a plus.
• Full specific system training is provided upon hire.
• Travel Requirement - 50-70%, 2-3 weeks/month.
• Hourly plus commission

Responsibilities:

• Repair, service, and calibration of various microscopes and optical systems to include products we manufacture and others in forensic, medical, industrial, and educational settings.
• Troubleshoot and repair defective equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Respond to work order requests in a timely fashion.
• Schedule appointments and prepare travel arrangements, both within and outside the State of MN.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required.
• College, trade school, military, or on the job training in the area of basic mechanical and electronics troubleshooting preferred.
• Local and long-distance travel required, 50-75%.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Biomedical background helpful.
• Previous service experience in microscopes/optics or other related fields helpful.
• Metrology/Dimensional Calibration desirable.
• Must live in the Greater Minneapolis/St. Paul or surrounding suburbs area.

Celebrating 40 years! Leeds manufactures and sells forensic comparison microscopes and imaging systems to forensic laboratories in the U.S. and internationally.
Leeds also provides microscope service & calibration. Please visit  to learn more.

Established in 1986 in Minneapolis, MN, Leeds designs, manufactures, and sells comparison microscopes and imaging systems, made in the USA of U.S. parts and imported parts, to forensic laboratories in the U.S.and around the world. Leeds believes in manufacturing and selling high-quality instruments supported by outstanding customer service.