Tortuga AgTech Hiring for Robotics Production Technician I (contract) at Denver, CO Full Time

Do you want to help build real technology for a meaningful purpose? Do you want to fight to make the world’s fresh produce healthier, tastier, and more sustainable? As a Robotics Production Technician at Tortuga, you’ll be core to the assembly and testing of our robotic systems. You’ll bring a strong work ethic and attention to detail while working closely with our engineering team. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, flexible, and energized startup environment.

What you’ll do

• Assemble, test, and perform corrective fixes on our robotic systems, including mostly mechanical (75%) and some electrical assembly (25%), following written work instructions
• Work closely with the Production Lead to ensure the units produced are assembled correctly and work as designed
• Test and identify problems in assembled components

What we’re looking for

• 1+ years of experience working on assembly of robotics, automation, or similarly complex electro-mechanical assemblies ideal; Mechanical experience in bicycles, vehicle maintenance, fleet maintenance, or other assembly considered
• Full comfort with mechanical assembly, basic electrical assembly, and general shop tools (metal parts, fasteners, pulleys, bearings, premade electrical cables, hand tools, presses, multimeter, etc)
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly when performing repetitive tasks, and a strong sense of personal responsibility of one’s work, self-starters highly appreciated
• Respect for shared workspace, tools, and others’ time; discipline with staying organized and tidy
• Great communication skills, excitement, and team attitude required
• Proficiency in written English and ability to translate technical drawings and diagrams into real life assemblies
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs; Capable of being on your feet for long periods of time

The hourly rate pay range below represents the low and high end of our range for this position. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, and responsibilities.

Denver area pay range: $21 – $27 / hour

Please note you must be authorized to work in the United States for this position. This position is located in Denver and we are only considering local candidates.

This is a contract position through December 31, 2023. Benefits for this position include:

• Paid sick days
• Paid company holidays
• 401(k) with an employer contribution of 3%
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Wellness stipend

About Tortuga

Tortuga AgTech’s mission is to build a healthier society, and a thriving ecosystem, through smarter farming. We’re pursuing our mission by building robotic harvesting and precision analytics systems for the world’s leading fresh produce growers (delicious things like strawberries, tomatoes, bell peppers, and herbs). We’re building not just because it’s fun, but because we believe thoughtful, well-built advanced technology can help farmers grow healthier, fresher, more environmentally sustainable produce for everyone. We’re backed by some of the most respected early-stage investors in Silicon Valley, as well as ag industry veterans.

Tortuga means “turtle” in Spanish. Around the world, turtles are symbols of wisdom, patience, and connectedness to the Earth. We’re proud to be based in Denver, CO – a growing and leading robotics hub in North America, and a great place to live!

Tortuga is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $21.00 – $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Our interview process is primarily remote. Only the final interview, should you be selected for one, is in person.

Application Question(s):

• If you have any previous experience with maintenance or assembly, please briefly explain.
• This is not a remote position. Are you willing to come into our office to perform this job? Please answer Yes or No below.
• Please confirm you understand that this is a contract position through the end of the year (until December 31, 2023). Please answer Yes or No below.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person