Test Technician 2

Job Title: Test Technician 2

Location: Longmont, CO

Duration: 12 Months

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8 Hours | Fully Onsite

Job Summary:

We are seeking a hands-on Lab/Test Technician to support hardware setup, troubleshooting, validation activities, and lab operations in a fast-paced engineering environment. This role is focused on PC/server hardware bring-up, rack installations, system configuration, and lab maintenance. The ideal candidate will have strong hardware fundamentals, experience working in Linux environments, and the ability to efficiently perform repetitive setup and validation tasks while supporting daily lab operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Assemble, configure, and troubleshoot PC and server-based systems

Support hardware bring-up, validation, and system setup activities

Install, organize, and maintain rack systems and lab infrastructure

Perform hardware diagnostics and troubleshoot system-level issues

Support SSD/storage hardware setup and related testing activities

Install and configure Linux operating systems and environments

Handle shipping, receiving, inventory tracking, and hardware organization

Execute repetitive setup, installation, and validation tasks with accuracy and consistency

Coordinate with engineering and lab teams to support operational readiness

Document issues, test observations, and task progress clearly

Assist with lab maintenance, cable management, and equipment organization

Support process improvements and basic automation efforts when needed

Required Qualifications:

Hands-on experience with PC/server hardware assembly, setup, and troubleshooting

Strong understanding of hardware troubleshooting in lab environments

Familiarity with Linux operating systems and command-line usage

Experience working with system installation, hardware configuration, and validation tasks

Ability to work independently and follow structured procedures

Strong organizational and communication skills

Comfortable working in a physically active, full-time onsite lab environment

Ability to handle repetitive technical tasks with strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with SSD, storage systems, NVMe, PCIe, or related technologies

Exposure to hardware validation or lab support environments

Basic scripting experience in Python or Shell

Experience with protocol analyzers, FPGA systems, or debug tools

Familiarity with rack building, lab infrastructure, and large-scale system setup

Experience:

1-2+ years of hands-on technical or hardware support experience preferred

Degree preferred but not required with relevant practical experience

Work Environment:

Fully onsite role in a hardware lab environment

Standard business hours, Monday through Friday

Requires handling hardware systems, equipment movement, and active lab participation

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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $45.00/hr.