Component Development Technician 1

ARi, headquartered in East Peoria, IL, USA, is a rapidly expanding global engineering enterprise. The essence of our “i” symbolizes our distinctiveness from competitors – an embodiment of innovation, intelligence, ingenuity, and insight. Boasting a diverse team of over 1,500 engineering experts hailing from various nations and cultures across the globe, we are excellently poised to provide intricate and personalized resolutions to our esteemed clients. Typical task breakdown: The typical day in this position is very much self directed. Goals are set at the beginning of the week and each technician is empowered to execute activities the best way that they can in order to meet their objectives. Some tests are time dependent but flexibility is given as needed. Interaction with team: Self-directed role but is a team environment. Daily learning opportunities. Will have a mentor. Work environment: - Onsite full time - Start can be flexibly between 6am-8am Education & Experience Required: - A 2 year technology degree is preferred, but we would be open to candidates with a high school diploma provided they have 2 years of work experience in a technical field such as electronics, auto repair or manufacturing/assembly. - Alternate job titles that would apply would be anything in the technician or automotive repair fields. Technical Skills (Required) - Logical thinking skills and good troubleshooting skills are very helpful. - Basic understanding of Microsoft suite of tools - Understanding of troubleshooting and component testing - Ability to work with hands (Desired) - A background in electronics is desired, but not required. - Experience working with hydraulics Soft Skills (Required) - Communicating verbally and through email as well as negotiating needs with other technicians. Disqualifiers/Red Flags - Strict assembly experience is not sufficient to perform duties of this role The Benefits of Working at ARi At ARi, our commitment to our employees goes beyond the workplace, ensuring comprehensive benefits. From day one, full-time employees enjoy group health, dental, and life insurance coverage. Additionally, vision coverage is accessible starting the following month. Recognizing the significance of rejuvenation, we provide paid time off, sick days, company holidays, and maternity/paternity leave to our full-time staff. In times of loss, we also offer bereavement support. Furthermore, a 401(k) program is maintained for eligible employees. Job Type: Contract Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Work Location: In person