Lab technician

Munters•Daleville, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Munters is a global leader in climate solutions for mission-critical processes, offering innovative, efficient, and sustainable solutions for customers in industries where controlling indoor humidity, temperature, and energy efficiency is mission-critical. Their climate control systems help customers efficiently use energy and water resources, thereby reducing their climate and environmental impact. Sustainability is an important part of Munters’ business strategy and value creation. The company prides itself on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where employees are valued members of the team and are given meaningful projects to work on. The HVAC Lab Technician supports the development and testing of commercial HVAC systems. This hands-on role involves system assembly, brazing, refrigerant charging, test setup, data collection, and material handling. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, HVAC system knowledge, and experience in a test lab or manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; technical diploma or HVAC training certificate preferred.
Minimum 1–3 years of hands-on experience in HVAC assembly, testing, or field service.
Proficient in brazing, leak checking, and using tools like vacuum pumps, micron gauges, and refrigerant scales.
Familiarity with refrigerants such as R-410A, R-134a, R-515b, R454b, or R-1234yf.
Able to read technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
Comfortable with material handling, heavy lifting (50+ lbs), and working in a physically demanding environment.
Forklift certification or experience preferred.
Strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

EPA 608 Certification (Type II or Universal)
Experience in a product development lab or HVAC manufacturing facility
Basic data entry or familiarity with test data systems (LabVIEW, Excel, etc.)
Electrical troubleshooting skills or experience wiring control panels

Responsibilities

Assemble and build HVAC prototypes, including ductwork, copper piping, and mechanical subassemblies.
Perform brazing and soldering on refrigerant and water lines according to engineering specifications.
Charge, evacuate, and recover refrigerant in test systems using proper HVAC tools and gauges.
Set up and monitor HVAC systems under test, including temperature sensors, pressure gauges, and data acquisition equipment.
Assist engineers in executing test plans, modifying setups, and troubleshooting performance issues.
Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move test units and components.
Build, seal, and insulate custom ductwork or air paths as required for lab testing scenarios.
Maintain clean, organized workstations and ensure safe lab operations at all times.
Follow all company, EPA, and safety protocols for refrigerant handling, electrical safety, and heavy equipment.
Maintain accurate logs and records of test setups, changes, and material usage.