Equipment Technician 2

T1 G1 Dallas Solar Module Trina LLC • Wilmer, TX

75d

About The Position

The Equipment Technician 2 is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated equipment in a production environment. This role requires hands-on experience and strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills. The technician will perform routine preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and ensure that production machinery operates efficiently to minimize downtime. The position involves collaboration with process and production teams to implement equipment modifications and improve efficiency, as well as providing training to new technicians.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years hands-on experience in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated equipment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, with the ability to repair motors, pumps, valves, sensors, PLCs and letter logic.
• Hands-on experience with machine control and industrial robotics.
• Good knowledge of electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and calipers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in the solar industry or with solar panel manufacturing equipment, such as lamination and soldering machines, is desired, but not required.
• Working experience in a production or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production machinery to ensure efficient operation and minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic issues on various types of production equipment.
• Detect, isolate, and identify irregularities and malfunctions in automated machinery and equipment.
• Repair and replace machine components including motors, bearings, belts, sensors, and wiring.
• Inspect and maintain production equipment such as conveyors, presses, cutting, and packaging machinery.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, documenting repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Assist in the installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Read and interpret schematics and manuals to understand the technical aspects of equipment and perform repairs accurately.
• Collaborate with process and production teams to implement equipment modifications and improve efficiency.
• Provide training to new oncoming technicians on operation of equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, proper use of PPE, and adherence to company policies during maintenance work.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED