Senior HVAC Laboratory Technician
About The Position
The Senior HVAC Laboratory Technician examines test samples and uses measuring instruments, technical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and operational instructions to perform and evaluate laboratory testing. The technician plans tests, assesses results, records data, prepares test reports, and may provide opinions and interpretations. The role operates with minimal supervision within defined responsibilities and reports data to engineers and other laboratory personnel. The technician directs, builds, or adapts test setups and equipment based on engineering instructions; operates designated machines and laboratory equipment; and performs routine equipment and laboratory-area maintenance. The role trains and assists laboratory staff, recommends equipment designs and solutions to test problems, and may help engineering personnel modify existing test methods or develop and validate new ones. It also involves communicating with clients during tests and, when applicable, with UL field representatives. The position incorporates continuous improvement and follows the UL Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.
Requirements
- Two years of university education in a related discipline or engineering in a related field of work, or a four-year university degree in another field.
- Effective communication skills and ability to interact with customers.
- Proven ability to be innovative and creative.
- Desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to incorporate automation into day-to-day testing.
Responsibilities
- Examine test samples and read measuring instruments, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and operational instructions.
- Evaluate test performance, provide feedback on test or data-sheet issues, and review test and construction data with a supervisor or laboratory work requestor as appropriate.
- Work with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility.
- Direct, build, or adapt test setups and equipment for new situations based on data sheets and engineering instructions.
- Train and assist laboratory staff in test setups and methods.
- Recommend new equipment designs and solutions to observed test problems.
- Operate designated machines and special laboratory equipment.
- Perform routine maintenance on designated test equipment and the laboratory area.
- Receive instructions from and report data to engineers and other laboratory personnel.
- Communicate with clients during test setup and performance to explain test methods or discuss results.
- As needed, communicate with UL field representatives about follow-up tests, samples, equipment, methods, or results.
- Communicate suggestions about equipment needs to appropriate department personnel.
- Record observed or calculated data on UL forms and prepare data sheets and test reports.
- Plan tests, evaluate results, and report opinions and interpretations.
- May assist PDEs or Engineering with modifying existing methods or developing and validating new test methods.
- Read and understand test standards and testing technology for specific tests.
- Incorporate continuous improvement concepts and techniques into work.
- Read and follow the UL Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.
- Perform other duties as directed.
Benefits
- Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of base salary.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Wellness benefits, including mental and financial health.
- 401(k) retirement savings.
- Paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 12 holidays including floating holidays, and 72 hours of sick time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
