Lab Technician

Bosch Group • Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About The Position

The Lab Technician assembles, modifies, and sets up air-conditioning systems, subsystems, and component assemblies, and conducts performance and other tests, with a particular focus on water-source heat pumps. Testing is directed by the Laboratory Supervisor.

The role assists with maintaining laboratory tools and equipment through annual, monthly, and daily preventative maintenance prompted by maintenance systems and the Laboratory Supervisor. It also supports improvements to laboratory systems, tools, processes, and procedures, which may include writing and editing procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Able to lift 35 pounds and stand for up to 8 hours.
• General knowledge of HVAC units and designs.
• Understanding of the thermal cycle.
• Understanding of the impacts of heat exchangers, TXVs, fan motors, and compressors.
• High attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.
• Knowledge of simple electrical circuits.

Nice To Haves

• Machine operation.
• Blueprint reading.
• Hand tool use.
• Windows PC knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Set up and instrument HVAC equipment and components in test rooms or field locations.
• Perform tests according to the laboratory work schedule and applicable test procedures.
• Monitor and accurately record test data, calculate results or enter data into a computer, and prepare results for presentation to Engineering.
• Maintain test rooms, instrumentation, and reconditioning apparatus.
• Cross-check and assist with instrument calibration to ensure accurate and reliable test results and maintain laboratory certification.
• Assist with annual, monthly, and daily preventative maintenance of laboratory tools and equipment.
• Assist with improvements to laboratory systems, tools, processes, and procedures, including procedure writing and editing as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED