Line technician job description

End of Line Technician FULL-TIME
$40/hr
We are searching for highly motivated, technically competent, and mechanically inclined individuals to join our growing operations team. In this position you will play a key role in validation testing of our generators prior to shipping to our customers. You will work within our newly established Pilot Manufacturing facility in Menlo Park, collaborating with our highly talented team of mechanics and engineers to bring affordable, dispatchable and clean energy to the world. For those inclined, there are ample growth opportunities within Mainspring, and we offer full benefits, including vacation and sick time, 401K, and pre-IPO stock options.
• Work with our quick learning Build and Test Team to test and validate the next generation of high efficiency generators, then prepare units for customer delivery
• Run generators through product qualification tests, logging data and identifying failures
• Troubleshoot issues, escalate, and get support of key stakeholders
• Execute repairs and retrofits to rectify issues discovered during testing, feedback quality issues to production
• Collaborate with engineers to fix, repair, and redesign components and assemblies
• Conduct mechanical inspections of test units, documenting condition information for use by our engineers
• Collaborate with coworkers to identify opportunities to improve safety and productivity
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Schedule


Shift start: 8:00AM
Shift length: 10 hours
4 days at 10 hours or 5 days at 8 hours


Benefits


Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 10 days Paid time off 401(k) plan


Qualifications


Must pass background check Can lift 50 lbs Must be at least 18+ years old
• Around 3+ years of experience with mechanical assembly and/or repair. Experience with automotive or heavy equipment assembly a plus • Experience with precision measuring down to .001”, micrometers, bore gauges, gauge blocks, etc. • Must be able to stand for long periods of time, lift up to 50 lbs., and wear required PPE • Forklift or heavy equipment operation experience a plus • Software familiarity and experience a plus • Electrical system familiarity and troubleshooting experience a plus


About Mainspring Energy


Driven by its mission to advance global access to low-carbon, dispatchable energy, Mainspring Energy has developed a new category of power generation - the linear generator - that delivers onsite, 24/7, fuel-flexible power at lower cost and lower carbon than the electric grid. The unique combination of attributes offered by Mainspring's linear generator enables applications on both the customer and utility sides of the meter for the $750B global electricity equipment market. Mainspring is based in Menlo Park and is backed by top-tier venture and strategic investors such as Khosla Ventures, Bill Gates, American Electric Power, and Centrica Innovations.

Starting Pay: $18.89 /hour (including shift differential)

** Paid Holidays / Vacation

** Full Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance/401k)

Operational Skills:

• Operates all the basic processes/systems and equipment for which their team is responsible for.
• Material handling, material supply to lines, other task-oriented jobs as defined by the business.
• Interchangeable job assignments based on the needs of the business.
• Understanding and completes quality checks and testing.
• Performs according to corporate principles.
• Troubleshooting line breakdowns and machine stops.
• Ability to work night shift, 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Good attendance.
• Good work ethic.
• Shows initiative and is a team player.
• Ability to maintain certification on PIT equipment

Maintenance Skills:

• Basic equipment checks and service to equipment.
• Routine maintenance.
• Find and fix equipment defects.

SBSC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, including the perception that a person has any of those characteristics or that the person is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable law. SBSC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, call Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

• Top flat rate pay in area.
• Relocation packages
• Career path development opportunities
• Competitive paid time off
• 3 weeks of PTO granted to Senior Master Certified Technicians beginning on day 1
• Annual seniority bonus
• Shop Manager on-site for assistance
• Fair dispatching/team work environment
• Large loyal customer base
• Experienced and loyal service advisors
• Clean/Safe shop with the equipment you need to get the job done
• Discounts on parts, service and vehicle purchases for your immediate family
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid Life insurance
• 401(k) plan w/ Fidelity
• Accident and Illness supplemental plans

This is not an entry level position. Preferred for candidate to have a minimum of two years previous mechanical or tech experience at a dealership or large independent shop. ASE certifications are preferred. Must have ability to operate a wide variety of vehicles both automatic and manual transmissions. A valid driver license and good driving record are required.

Job duties will include inspecting, diagnosing, and identifying work that needs to be completed on various vehicles. Performing adjustments and calibrations, replenishing fluids, disassembling and reassembling vehicle components, and repairing or replacing parts. Using independent judgment needed to make decisions, documenting all work and hours per manufacturer and Kendall policies, and road testing all vehicles to ensure quality of work and issues resolution.

Work is performed indoors in a shop environment, tool usage includes mechanic's hand and power tools that produce significant vibration and force, standing and walking will be required for entire work shift in order to complete job duties. Pushing, pulling, crouching, squatting, reaching, and kneeling will be required frequently to access all parts of vehicles being worked on. Lifting as well as pushing and pulling weights and forces from 20 to 100 pounds occasionally required.

Join Kendall Auto Group and START SOMETHING GREAT! We are a family-owned and operated company with auto dealerships in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Montana and Washington . Kendall has been selling and servicing vehicles since 1937.

Our mission at Kendall is simple: To deliver an unrivaled customer experience. Through our highly motivated, knowledgeable and caring team of professionals, we pledge to listen to and respect your needs. Doing the right thing means more than selling and servicing vehicles. Our progressive attitude means being exceptional stewards of the communities we operate in. It means going above and beyond every day for the people who mean so much to us – our employees and customers.

Our employees are members of the Kendall family, who share our same goals and passions. Ideal candidates are confident, driven people who are excited to grow and succeed with one of the most successful automotive dealerships in the Pacific Northwest.

To apply, please follow the link to our job board site.