Lab Technician, Level 1

The Laboratory Technician 1 is responsible for performing both routine and non-routine lab tests from written test requests as well as recording data for documentation. Conducts laboratory analyses, instrument maintenance and calibrations. Ensures work aligns with the business units’ strategies including safety, quality, cost and on-time completion of work goals.  

Position Responsibilities May Include:

• Set-up and perform both routine and non-routine lab tests according to specifications.
• Prepare test unit/model for testing, making alterations as needed.
• Record data (manually or electronically) and assist in summarization of data for reports and filing.
• Perform minor maintenance on test rooms and equipment as assigned.
• Assist in cleanup of work area and equipment as assigned.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Nature & Scope:

• Works within well-defined instructions.
• Uses established procedures and works under supervision to perform assigned tasks.
• Work is closely supervised.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of HVAC safety and governing standards preferred.
• Should have basic knowledge of HVAC System and its components.
• Good brazing skills required (in-house braze training required).
• Hands-on or mechanically inclined.
• Beginning level computer skills –Microsoft Office-Excel and Outlook.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Experience:

• 0-3 years’ experience lab technician experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education/Certification:

• High School diploma or GED.
• EPA 608 certification required or obtain one within 3 months of start date.
• 1 + years of formal technical school training in electronics or air conditioning, refrigeration & heating

People Management: No 

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• It requires frequent sitting, standing, and walking.
• Daily use of computer.
• May be exposure to relatively high and low temperatures for a short period of times when accessing test rooms.
• Light physical effort required in working with materials and/or equipment.
• May involve considerable walking and/or standing or may be physically confined to an area due to testing or equipment demands.
• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Reports To: Supervisor

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.