Technical Academy Lab Technician

AAON, Inc.•Parkville, MO

15d

About The Position

Supports AAON’s Technical Academy by setting up, operating, and maintaining classrooms, labs, and training equipment before, during, and after instructional events. Performs hands on assembly, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and controls systems used for instruction and prototype testing. Ensures labs remain safe, clean, organized, and operational while sourcing parts, maintaining documentation, and assisting instructors with demonstrations and data collection. Collaborates with engineering, maintenance, and training teams to keep equipment in optimal condition and continuously improve the learner experience. Primary duties may include, but are not limited to: Prepare, stage, and maintain classrooms, labs, and the fabrication shop to support instructor‑led training and hands-on exercises. Install, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and controls equipment used in training and prototype evaluations. Assist with assembly activities including wiring, piping, brazing/soldering, leak‑checking, charging, and preventive maintenance on training units. Diagnose equipment issues during set‑up or live instruction; escalate complex issues to engineering or maintenance as needed. Identify and source parts, drawings, diagrams, and technical documentation; track consumables to minimize downtime. Support instructors with demonstrations, assessments, student activities, and collection of test data. Maintain lab cleanliness, organization, safety compliance, and equipment calibration; complete relevant documentation and logs. Follow applicable standard operating procedures and quality standards; recommend improvements to lab processes, fixtures, and workflows. Collaborate with engineering and training staff on prototype builds, functional tests, and post‑test teardown activities. Adhere to environmental, health, and safety requirements, including proper handling of refrigerants and lockout/tagout procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requires an associate degree in HVAC, mechatronics, industrial maintenance, or a related technical discipline
5+ years hands‑on experience working with mechanical, electrical, HVAC, or controls equipment in laboratory, maintenance, or testing environments
EPA Section 608 certification (Type II or Universal)
Working knowledge of refrigeration cycle fundamentals, thermodynamics basics, and mechanical/electrical safety.
Proficiency using hand and power tools; basic fabrication skills including cutting, drilling, fastening, and brazing/soldering.
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, P&IDs, and technical drawings.
Familiarity with measurement tools such as multimeters, gauges, scales, manometers, and data‑collection devices.
Foundational understanding of controls/automation concepts such as sensors, actuators, and variable‑speed equipment.
Strong communication and teamwork skills for supporting instructors, engineers, and learners.
Effective organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and maintain accurate documentation.
Commitment to continuous learning, including staying current with safety codes, refrigerant regulations (including A2L requirements), and emerging technologies.

Nice To Haves

A2L refrigerant handling training/certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare, stage, and maintain classrooms, labs, and the fabrication shop to support instructor‑led training and hands-on exercises.
Install, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and controls equipment used in training and prototype evaluations.
Assist with assembly activities including wiring, piping, brazing/soldering, leak‑checking, charging, and preventive maintenance on training units.
Diagnose equipment issues during set‑up or live instruction; escalate complex issues to engineering or maintenance as needed.
Identify and source parts, drawings, diagrams, and technical documentation; track consumables to minimize downtime.
Support instructors with demonstrations, assessments, student activities, and collection of test data.
Maintain lab cleanliness, organization, safety compliance, and equipment calibration; complete relevant documentation and logs.
Follow applicable standard operating procedures and quality standards; recommend improvements to lab processes, fixtures, and workflows.
Collaborate with engineering and training staff on prototype builds, functional tests, and post‑test teardown activities.
Adhere to environmental, health, and safety requirements, including proper handling of refrigerants and lockout/tagout procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.