Entry Level Mechanical Technician
Element Materials Technology · Longmont, CO, US · United States · On-site
Pay: USD 20 – 30 a hour
Posted Oct 4, 2026
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Overview
Element has an opportunity for a Test Technician to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Test Technician position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under direct supervision.
Salary: $20- $30/hr DOE
Responsibilities
Sets up and conducts environmental simulation tests specifically focused on Dynamics: Vibration and Shock, but also including
Climatics: Temperature/Humidity, Thermal Shock, Salt Spray, HALT, IP and NEMA Spray, Drop, Compression, Cargo Bounce,
Accelerated Weathering, Acceleration, Altitude, Thermal Vacuum, and Pressure.
Documents test setup, progression, and results
Organizes and documents data for each assigned project in the project’s test log
Maintains in-depth knowledge of test standards, product test procedures, and instrumentation
Interacts with customers during the testing process, periodically assists with troubleshooting and development and schedule modifications
Performs preventive maintenance on test and support equipment
Performs responsibilities in compliance with all Company policies including but not limited to Terms and Conditions, Trade
Compliance, treatment of others, moral code of conduct, and Employee Handbook
Performs responsibilities in adherence to all local, state, and federal laws pertaining to safety, environment, and corporate governance
Applies the principals of 5S (Sort, Set In Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain) in the performance of daily work responsibilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe work area
Abides by and ensures that all duties are performed in accordance with all Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE), Trade
Compliance, and Quality practices, policies, and regulations
Maintains customer confidentiality at all times
Skills / Qualifications
Working knowledge of laboratory safety
HS diploma or GED certificate preferred. College or vocational school coursework welcomed
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a testing related field - dynamics testing preferred
Analyzes and compiles testing data from the tests performed
Basic understanding of testing concepts- dynamics preferred
Possess computer skills
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus
Physical Demands:
Frequency of required physical force: Minimum (moderate)
Lifting requirements: lifting 50 lbs. on occasion
Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time
Ability to lift 50+lbs periodically
Willing to work split shift or overnight shift to support testing when needed.
Company Overview
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…