Refrigeration Lab Technician 1st shift

Pentair • Manitowoc, WI

1d • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Pentair is hiring an entry-level Refrigeration Lab Technician for its Manitowoc, Wisconsin team. The role assists with ice machine performance testing and data collection related to product variants, test fixtures, and New Product Development verification and validation. It is technical and hands-on, performed under the direction of a mentor and supervisor.

Requirements

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or certificate in HVACR, electro-mechanical, or electronics is preferred; 1–3 years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration test equipment.
• Ability to perform basic brazing, leak detection, soldering, refrigerant charging and recovery, and operate a hoist, lift, and pallet jack.
• Ability to stand and walk on concrete for 100% of the day; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and balance; lift and carry 35 pounds; and work in hot or cold environments for reasonable periods.
• Obtain an E.P.A. Type I, II Refrigerant Handling Certificate within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or certificate in HVACR, electro-mechanical, or electronics.

Responsibilities

• Set up ice machines for basic performance testing, including electrical, water, drain, and data acquisition connections.
• Follow testing procedures using appropriate instrumentation and standard methods in accordance with internal specifications.
• Operate general laboratory equipment, including scales, flow meters, overhead hoists, and dimensional and electrical measuring equipment.
• Enter data using computers, Microsoft Office, and National Instruments data acquisition systems.
• Maintain laboratory tools and equipment and uphold housekeeping standards.
• Accurately record test data in Electronic Test Request Folders.
• Follow required safety procedures and actively participate in department meetings and activities.
• Assist with calibration activities.
• Participate in creating Engineering Lab Best Practices.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Up to 5% 401(k) match starting on the first day of employment
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Caregiver leave
• Prescription drug insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree