Refrigeration Technician 1st- Manitowoc, WI

Pentair•Manitowoc, WI

56d•Onsite

About The Position

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions. We have an opportunity for a Refrigeration Technician 1st to join our Manitowoc , WI team. You will assist with ice machine reliability testing and data collection tasks related to product variants; test fixtures; NPD (New Product Development) verification and validation activities. This position is technical and hands-on in nature.

Requirements

Associate degree, Technical Diploma, or Certificate in HVACR / Electro-Mechanical / Electronics preferred
1 - 3 years of experience in lieu of degree
Basic technical literacy including calculator use, unit conversions, Microsoft products, and data acquisition systems.
Knowledge of test equipment: mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and the ability to perform basic processes such as brazing, leak detection, soldering, refrigerant charging & recovery, operate hoist, lift and pallet jack
Ability to stand & walk on concrete 100% of the day, ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, lift and carry 35 lbs., and work in hot/cold environments for reasonable periods of time
Acquisition of E.P.A Type I, II Refrigerant Handling Certificate within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

Set up Ice Machine for basic performance testing (electrical, water, drain & data acquisition connections).
Follow testing procedures using appropriate instrumentation and standard methods per internal specifications.
Operate general lab equipment such as scale, flow meter, overhead hoist, dimensional and electrical measuring equipment
Perform computer data entry; and use of Microsoft Office & National Instruments (NI) Data acquisition systems
Maintain lab tools, equipment, and housekeeping standards
Accurately record test data in Electronic Test Request Folders
Know and follow all necessary safety procedures, and be an active participant in department specific meetings and activities
Assist with calibration activities.
Participate in creation of Engineering Lab Best Practices