Equipment Services Technician

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team members are curious, creative thinkers who understand that good data drives smart decisions. At IDT, we realize that although science may be uniform, people are unique. We promote a culture where engaged people are motivated and have opportunities to achieve their full potential, as part of one global team.

IDT is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

This Technician II position is part of the Equipment Services department located in Coralville, IA and will be onsite. At IDT, we are one global team. We celebrate our differences, engage in healthy debate, and are inclusive. Together, we accomplish great things.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Support the reliability and sustainability of custom automated laboratory equipment in a high throughput environment.
• Within IDT’s quality system, you will coordinate and perform preventative maintenance services and address unplanned maintenance services on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, fluidics, and optical devices/systems, as well as PLC Controlled systems.
• Ensure operation of custom automated laboratory equipment by completing preventive and unplanned service in compliance with IDT’s quality system by following Standard Operating Procedure and Work Instruction documents while performing maintenance procedures.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Ability to perform maintenance procedures following prescribed instructions and to learn and apply custom automated laboratory equipment service applying knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, fluidics, optical devices/systems, controls systems or other equipment as typically acquired by an associate degree (Engineering or Maintenance), or at least four years of directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two years directly related technical experience required, preferably working in a regulated environment.
• Ability to exert force, 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently. Constant (67%-100% of workday).

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Automation equipment testing and troubleshooting preferred—including Beckhoff TwinCat/EtherCat and Unitronic or similar control systems. following diagrams, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills—including the ability to use hand and power tools.
• CMRT or equivalent certification preferred.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@danaher.com to request accommodation.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.