Sr. Technician - Service

ZF Group•Gray Court, SC

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About The Position

The Senior Service Technician is responsible for repairing, servicing, calibrating, and commissioning test systems—including installation and technical support—to support end-of-line and R&D testing operations at customer sites. The role performs maintenance and repair work on mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, as well as scheduled preventive maintenance and calibrations. The technician documents work, reports unusual equipment or operating issues, maintains a safe and organized work area, follows 5S procedures and company policies, and participates in continuous improvement and professional development activities.

Requirements

Associate’s degree.
4–6+ years of related experience and/or trades training in complex machine maintenance; internships and co-ops are included.
Ability to read blueprints in DIN/ISO standard metric format.
Ability to analyze blueprints and use mathematics to evaluate and understand complex machine drawings.
Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical component and part functions.
Working knowledge of machine, tool, equipment, and test-system operations and related repair methods and procedures for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.
Basic knowledge of electrical wiring and troubleshooting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Basic math and reading skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and personnel and management at all levels.
Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, maintain, install, and rebuild test systems for validation processes on-site and at customer sites.
Install equipment, perform test procedures, diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, and analyze malfunctions to determine repairs.
Replace electric motors, pumps, belts, electric wiring, numeric controls, and related components.
Tear down and inspect component parts; repair, reassemble, and test valves, pumps, and solenoid valves; and rewire controls.
Build special assemblies and test fixtures, and machine special replacement parts or fixtures.
Move and install equipment, wire in electric power, install hydraulic lines, and hook up air lines.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and calibrations on test systems.
Periodically check the functionality of equipment safety devices.
Document issues, solutions, and repair work performed.
Report unusual equipment or operating issues to management as they arise.
Use machine tools and test equipment, including lathes, mills, grinders, saws, drill presses, electrical meters, measuring and calibration tools, precision inspection tools, and common hand tools.
Maintain an organized, hazard-free work area in compliance with customer policies and governmental guidelines.
Work in accordance with 5S procedures and comply with IATF/ZF policies and procedures.
Participate in continuous improvement programs.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through workshops, formal training, publications, professional networks, and professional societies.
Perform other duties as assigned.