Job Title: Technician
Job Description
We are seeking entry-level technicians to join our team on site in Coralville, IA. The primary responsibility of this position is to perform cleanings and preventive maintenance (PM) on various laboratory equipment. This role involves meticulous and repetitive tasks to ensure the integrity of DNA sample processing.
Responsibilities
Clean and maintain synthesizers used in DNA processing.
Perform preventive maintenance on robotic liquid handlers, HPLC machines, gas phase routers, reagent dispensers, and other laboratory equipment.
Replace filters and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance and cleaning activities.
Collaborate with the equipment maintenance team to ensure optimal performance of all machinery.
Essential Skills
1+ year of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience.
Familiarity with manufacturing environments.
Ability to learn and adapt to new technical skills.
Strong problem-solving skills and a 'fixer' mindset.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with hand and power tools.
Experience in maintenance, repair, and installation of mechanical and electrical components.
Background in hydraulics, pneumatics, and preventive maintenance.
Experience with construction, blueprint reading, and service work is a plus.
Why Work Here?
Our client offers a people-based culture with pride in their products and opportunities for advancement. Employees benefit from a consistent and predictable schedule, competitive pay, and shift differentials based on experience.
Work Environment
The work environment is climate-controlled and very clean. The equipment maintenance team consists of 15-18 people, and new hires will join this collaborative group. The dress code includes provided lab coats, glasses, and gloves. Candidates should wear closed-toed shoes, long pants, and long sleeve shirts. Available shifts include Week Days (6am to 5pm, Monday-Thursday), Week Nights (6pm to 5am, Monday-Thursday), Weekend Days (6am to 6pm, Friday-Sunday), and Weekend Nights (6pm to 6am, Friday-Sunday).
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.59 - $29.87/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Coralville,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 13, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
