HVAC/R Lab Technician

Lab Technician

The Lab Technician will set up and conduct performance testing to develop knowledge to continue Hussmann's leadership position in Refrigeration Systems, Merchandisers, and associated products and systems. Provide feedback to Engineering on design performance and suggest improvements based upon data. Conduct data analysis and prepare reports to document key knowledge learning. Build and change product configuration to support test setup and operations. Are you looking for a position in a temperature-controlled environment? Amazing benefits, available day one? A position that allows for work-life balance, no weekends/late nights/on call? This position is for you!

Responsibilities:

• Perform testing requiring conventional types of procedures and/or applicable industry standards
• Set up Hussmann merchandisers for testing. This includes the installation of all refrigeration, electrical and data acquisition instrumentation connections
• Conduct testing as directed by the Evaluation Engineer, Manager of Lab Testing or other Engineering personnel responsible for the project
• Work within the R+D Lab team and assist other technicians as needed. Need to work well with others and transfer learning to the group effectively
• Assist and conduct floor testing (structural, sound, transit, etc.) as assigned by Lab Manager
• Follow safety protocols in place in the company
• Computer skills in Word, Excel, Power Point, and skills necessary to learn the Hussmann data acquisition system and supporting programs for evaluation of data

Qualifications:

Lab Technician I: 0-2 years (recent graduates welcome)

Lab Technician II: 2-5 years

Lab Technician III: 5+ years

Education Requirements and Qualifications:

Technical Certificate in HVAC required

Technical Associates Degree preferred

Minimum of 1 year experience (new graduates welcome)

Skills in use and operation of tools of the HVAC and refrigeration trade (brazing, electrical, etc.)

EPA certification (universal) for refrigerant handling preferred

Benefits & Perks What's In It For You:

Hussmann is committed to supporting your total wellbeing through a wide variety of benefits and wellness programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health. Here's what you can expect:

• Health Benefits Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary Benefits Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Hussmann Retirement Savings & Investment Plan 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time-Off Benefits Paid time off, stewardship and parental leave.
• Educational Assistance Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, and tobacco cessation.

About Hussmann:

For over a century, Hussmann Corporation has been a global leader in commercial refrigeration equipment delivering solutions that meet the demands of the modern food retailing industry. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Hussmann offers a diverse range of products and connected solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, optimize visibility of merchandise, and keep food fresh. With a nationwide network of skilled technicians, Hussmann goes beyond manufacturing a trusted partner, relentlessly driving customer success.