Test Technician

Test Technician

We are seeking a dedicated Test Technician to join our Test & Development group, focusing on QA for prototype vehicles and components. This role involves testing new designs and improvements for scissor lifts and similar construction equipment. The position is hands-on, with 70% of the day dedicated to testing hydraulics and electronics, offering a diverse array of tasks as allocated by management.

• Install various types of instrumentation such as pressure ports, temperatures, displacements, and speed, along with the data acquisition system (Somat eDAQ).
• Operate test machines in accordance with Internal Standard Test Procedures and External Standards.
• Communicate and record any machine issues encountered during build.
• Support process improvement activities for Test and Development.
• Perform tests of systems and components focusing on hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot systems, perform basic failure analysis, and follow detailed test procedures.
• Fabricate test fixtures, including establishing appropriate instrumentation, test sequence, and procedures.
• Routinely work with a data acquisition system, specifically the EDAQ system.

• Proven mechanical aptitude and interest in electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems troubleshooting.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Proven ability to use MS Office and write documentation.
• Professional demeanor.
• Comfortable with heights, as testing may involve going up in lifts.
• GED or High School Diploma.

• Experience troubleshooting complete systems, including hydraulic pumps and cooling systems.
• Experience with a Data Acquisition system or similar testing.
• Experience with moving equipment such as farm equipment, forklifts, or heavy equipment.
• AS Degree or trade school for electrical technology or mechanical systems or similar.
• Test set-up experience.
• Electronic testing and troubleshooting.
• CDL Class A (will not be driving off site).

The role is scheduled during the day, Monday to Friday, with typical hours from 6 AM to 2:30 PM, offering some flexibility. Additional testing may occur over weekends on a 15-week rotation, requiring approximately 30 minutes onsite each day. The work environment is predominantly outdoors, with testing continuing regardless of weather conditions. Appropriate dress for the elements is necessary, with clothing rain gear, gloves, ear protection, eye protection, and vests provided by the company.

Employees must purchase steel-toed working shoes. The team consists of 20-25 members, with a learning curve of 6-12 months.

This is a Contract position based out of Mc Connellsburg, PA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Mc Connellsburg, PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.