HVAC Laboratory Technician (3rd Shift)

UL Solutions•Plano, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an onsite role requiring 5 days per week in Plano, TX. The 3rd Shift is from 11pm-7:30am. The technician will be responsible for setting up and performing equipment and test setups for clients, adapting test equipment for performance of tests, and examining test samples. They will read blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, measuring instruments, and operational instructions, following defined test plans and datasheets. The role involves evaluating test performance and sample operation, recording and explaining test results, and completing test reports. The technician will also adapt setup and test equipment to new situations based on datasheets and engineering instructions, and may direct staff in test setups. They will examine less complex customer samples, learn to operate appropriate tests with supervision, and communicate with customers during setup and operation. The role includes operating designated machines and special laboratory equipment, performing routine maintenance, and potentially basic calibration of test equipment. Understanding specific test standards and testing technology is required, with supervision. The technician will initiate recommendations for new equipment designs and solutions to test problems, reporting data to engineers and management. They may communicate with clients about test methods and results, operating with minimal supervision within defined limits. Data will be recorded on UL forms, and data sheets and test reports will be prepared. The role may involve planning tests, evaluating results, and reporting interpretations. Integrating continuous improvement concepts and communicating suggestions for improvements to management and technical staff are also part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

Vocational training or 2-year degree in HVAC.
Universal EPA certification.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work one of the above shifts.

Nice To Haves

Prior HVAC installation, repair, or testing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the setup and performance of equipment and test setups for clients.
Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment for performance of tests.
Examines test samples and reads blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, measuring instruments, and operational instructions.
Follows basically defined test plans and datasheets.
Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
Records and explains test results and completes test report.
Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations, based on data sheets and instructions from engineering department personnel.
May direct staff in test setups.
Examines less complex customer samples and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case with necessary supervision/support.
Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
Operates designated machines and special laboratory equipment.
Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area.
May perform basic calibration of test equipment.
Reads and understands specific test standards and testing technology for scope of responsibility with necessary supervision/support.
Initiates recommendations for new equipment designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems.
Receives instructions from and reports data to engineers and engineering management.
May communicate with clients during test setups to discuss test methods and/or test results.
Operates with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility.
Records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms and prepares data sheets and test reports.
May plan tests, evaluate test results and report opinions and interpretations, as directed.
Integrates basic continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new equipment, processes, and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies.