HVAC Test Technician (All Shifts)

Job Description

This is an onsite role requiring 5 days per week in our laboratory in Plano, TX.

1st Shift : 7 : 00am - 3 : 30pm

2nd Shift : 3 : 00pm - 11 : 30pm

3rd Shift : 11pm - 7 : 30am

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the setup and performance of equipment and test setups for clients.
• Builds and / or adapts setup and test equipment for performance of tests.
• Examines test samples and reads blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, measuring instruments, and operational instructions.
• Follows basically defined test plans and datasheets.
• Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
• Records and explains test results and completes test report.
• Builds and / or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations, based on data sheets and instructions from engineering department personnel.
• May direct staff in test setups.
• Examines less complex customer samples and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case with necessary supervision / support.
• Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
• Operates designated machines and special laboratory equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area.
• May perform basic calibration of test equipment.
• Reads and understands specific test standards and testing technology for scope of responsibility with necessary supervision / support.
• Initiates recommendations for new equipment designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems.
• Receives instructions from and reports data to engineers and engineering management.
• May communicate with clients during test setups to discuss test methods and / or test results.
• Operates with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility.
• Records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms and prepares data sheets and test reports.
• May plan tests, evaluate test results and report opinions and interpretations, as directed. Integrates basic continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new equipment, processes, and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Vocational training or a degree in HVAC.
• Universal EPA certification.
• Strong electrical aptitude.
• Prior experience working with residential HVAC preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift.
• Ability to work onsite full time.

What you'll experience working at UL :

• Mission : For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn't new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People : Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you'll almost always hear, "the people." Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL.

We're able to deliver the best because we employ the best.

Interesting work : Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers' create.

We're inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.

• Grow & achieve : We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards : In the US, we provide lots of great benefits for our employees are their families. From Volunteer Days off to 401k match and retirement contribution benefits to flexible work location & schedule options we look to support our employees no matter what stage in life they are experiencing.

Learn More :

Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit our company page www.UL.com

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About Us

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE : ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries.

UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth.

The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission.

We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future.

Our science is your advantage.

About the Team

Within our Appliances, HVAC and Lighting (AHL), our vision is to enable safe and high performing products to enter the global markets by providing industry leading safety, performance and expert services to our clients.

The goal of AHL is to add value to our clients with expert knowledge of global markets and risk mitigation through scientific leadership.

The AHL is focused on delivering a total solution package to cover full product life cycle services - from product concept design to recycling - and a customizable, comprehensive portfolio of services to our customers.