Element has an opportunity for an experienced Maintenance/Mechanical Technician to join our team in Plano, TX. The successful candidate will have a strong background in mechanical systems, HVAC, and Environmental Chambers. The ideal candidate will be able to perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical systems. This is a full-time position that requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on various mechanical systems, including HVAC systems, pumps, motors, and vibration tables
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with environmental chambers, including temperature control systems, humidity control systems, and vacuum systems
• Test environmental chambers to ensure proper function and accuracy
• Conduct routine inspections and testing of mechanical systems to identify potential issues before they become major problems
• Collaborate with engineering team to design and implement solutions for complex mechanical system problems
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs, and testing results
• Assist in the development of procedures and standards for maintenance and repair of mechanical systems
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce downtime
• Work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines

• 2+ years of experience as a Maintenance/Mechanical Technician or equivalent
• Experience working with environmental chambers and HVAC systems
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including pumps, motors, and conveyor systems
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, and technical specifications
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or technical certification preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety protocols

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Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) 

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