Installation Technician I

Company: Volt
Location: Vista
Posted on: April 6, 2025

Job Description:

Volt is Immediately Hiring for - Installation Technician - I

Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.

As an Installation Technician - I - You will:

Must Have (Required) :

Note : Travel : 80 % Travel required.

Work can be based out of our Vista location assisting in day-to-day system assembly to gain product knowledge. Field work done mainly in South TX, Brownsville, MacAllen, Looking for candidates based in Vista CA area.

This is a Field position, will be working outside most of the time.
They will need to have 2 plus years exp doing electrical and mechanical install and repair in the Field.
Work will be performed in outside environment and at customer site.

Must- Haves (Hard Skills):
Ability to read and follow assembly documents. Schematics, Blueprints, etc.,
Have experience in the Field doing mechanical and electrical installs.

Job Requirements:
Installs and commissions Mid-Energy Portals (MEP) and Low Energy Portals (LEP), IP6500 Vehicle and Cargo Inspection Systems (VACIS) and Exploranium, Radiation Portal Monitor (RPM) systems.
Isolating equipment start-up malfunctions and take corrective actions.
Performs a variety of technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or factory locations.
Meets weekly project installation goals within required deadlines.
Support Engineering activates during Factory Acceptance testing.
Ensures that tools and test equipment are properly maintained and calibrated.
Working with team members to achieve success during installations of equipment and systems.
Maintains clear and concise business communication proficiency, both oral and written
Travel, overtime and work hours other than Monday-Friday may be required.
Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions to eliminate problem in minimum time.
Performing ad-hoc and predetermined work assignments with instructions.
Maintains effective customer communications and relations.
Ability to multi-task, work accurately and with attention to detail in a Field Service environment.
Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, system manuals and technical directives for troubleshooting purposes.



Preferred Qualifications:

Computer literacy; competency in use of all programs within MS Office Suite and aptitude for learning specialized software programs
Working knowledge of x-ray and/or CT technologies
Network installation and configuration is a plus
PLC experience is a plus
Previous field electrical assembly experience
Certified forklift and aerial lift operator
Experience with rigging and material handling
Basic understating of OSHA standards and practices
Software integration with electric/mechanical equipment
Previous hands on project management is a plus
Bilingual language skills (Spanish) a plus


This is a Contract opportunity.

Location : 2985 Scott Street Vista CA (Onsite)

Contract : 6+ Month (Possible extension )

Pay Rate : $30-38 Per hour.


*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible

Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).



Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email hr_dept@volt.com or call (866) -898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.



Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. - 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.



Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible

Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please call (866) -898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. - 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws

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