Electro-Mechanical Production Technician

DetectionTek is looking for an experienced electronics/optical technician to anchor a growing production crew. You'll spend most of your time at the bench: reading circuit schematics and mechanical drawings, using multimeters and oscilloscopes to align and troubleshoot instruments, and diagnosing PCB and wire harness issues. Beyond that hands-on work, you'll help keep the production schedule visible to the team and pitch in on customer-facing technical questions as needed. There are no direct reports in this role — it's a senior technical position, not a supervisory one — but it carries more responsibility and pay than an entry-level assembly job.

Responsibilities:

Production & Assembly

• Align, calibrate, and troubleshoot fluorescent cytometer instruments using multimeters and oscilloscopes
• Troubleshoot wire harness and PCB assemblies using circuit schematics
• Use logical troubleshooting techniques to repair instruments, assemblies, and subassemblies
• Assemble and test optical systems in accordance with delivery schedules
• Verifies system performance by testing functioning of installed equipment
• Prepares for assembling by studying assembly instructions, specifications, and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials
• Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies
• Use of hand tools and mechanical fixturing for mechanical assembly. Verifies specifications by measuring completed components
• Constructs product by fabricating parts; assembling circuits, components, and parts; operating drills and related machine tools
• Ensure that products meet quality standards, perform intended functions, and are shipped according to customer expectations

Schedule & Process Support

• Help track the daily and weekly production schedule, flagging bottlenecks or delivery risks to leadership
• Maintain quality documents and production paperwork to ensure process flow and control
• Documents actions by completing production and quality forms
• Assist in resolving production failures or product issues and coordinating next steps with the team
• Assist with inspection of incoming components and identify non-conforming materials
• Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock levels, anticipating needed supplies, and working with Purchasing to place and track orders
• Keeps equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs
• Notify leadership to obtain additional resources when assembly or scheduling problems arise

Customer Support (as needed)

• Assist with customer technical support inquiries related to instrument function, calibration, and troubleshooting when called on
• Help walk customers through basic troubleshooting steps by phone or email; escalate complex issues appropriately
• Assist with return/repair (RMA) intake, diagnosis, and turnaround for customer instruments
• Relay recurring customer issues or product feedback to Engineering and Quality to support continuous improvement
• Maintain a professional, patient, and solutions-oriented tone in all customer interactions

General

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Other duties as prescribed

Requirements:

• Must be able to read analog and digital circuit schematics, wire harness schematics, and mechanical drawings
• Able to use multimeters and oscilloscopes for alignment and troubleshooting
• Demonstrated electronics, PCB, or mechanical troubleshooting skills
• 2-4 years of experience in electronics, optical, or mechanical assembly/production (technical degree a plus, high school diploma minimum)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion; stand, kneel, stoop, squat; use arms, hands, and fingers to inspect objects, tools, and controls
• Able to perform visual and dimensional inspections on completed assemblies and incoming component parts
• Full time, 40 hours/week; able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now and in the future
• No relocation offered. Must reside within 50 miles of the Gunbarrel, CO facility (Active Duty Military Service members exempt from this requirement)

Skills & Qualities:

• Able to read and follow written, verbal, and pictorial procedures, drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Competency with metrology equipment (calipers, micrometers, drop gauges) and basic math/geometry
• Comfortable communicating directly with customers by phone and email in a professional, clear manner
• Strong problem solving, decision-making, and documentation skills
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities — production work plus occasional customer support — and meet deadlines
• Competency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Independent, able to work effectively with limited supervision
• Punctual, detail-oriented, safety-conscious, quality-driven
• Friendly disposition that enhances a team-building atmosphere
• Must be legally employable in the United States

Preferred:

• Degree in Engineering, Physics, or other technical discipline
• Electronics Assembly or Electronic Technician experience
• Optical Assembly or Optical Technician experience
• IPC-/WHMA-A-620 Certifications or experience
• Prior experience coordinating a production schedule or supporting customers

Benefits:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Medical and Life (requires standard waiting period)
• Employee paid Dental and Vision available (requires standard waiting period)

Other:

• US citizenship or permanent residence required
• DetectionTek, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Electronics/instrumentation troubleshooting (schematics, multimeter, oscilloscope): 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Boulder, CO 80301 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Boulder, CO 80301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Mechanical assembly: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Boulder, CO 80301 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Boulder, CO 80301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person