Engineering Technician

CaptiveAire is the nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, and now provides a complete solution of fans, heaters, ductwork and HVAC equipment.

For over 40 years, we’ve led the industry with innovative technologies, unmatched service, competitive pricing, and rapid lead times.

Captive-Aire maintains a network of over 90 sales offices in the U.S. and Canada and six strategically located manufacturing plants in North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, California, Iowa, and Florida.

Summary : This role will be working 100% on the manufacturing floor building product for our DOAS production line. They are responsible to help run technical equipment and help accelerate and organize the production lines.

This is a strong role for engineering graduates to get some experience with opportunities to grow within engineering roles in the plant.

Primary Job Responsibilities :

• Hands on, working on our rapidly growing DOAS (Dedicated Outdoor Air System) line and other lines to help with production of our products
• Accurately complete quality and administrative documents
• Electrical and Electronic troubleshooting
• Inspecting Products
• Refrigerant Charging and Recovery
• Read Engineering Drawings and Wiring Diagrams
• Brazing skills needed; welding and soldering skills a plus
• Performing all work according to safety standards and procedures
• Ensuring workspace is clean, safe and in working order
• Excellent opportunity for growth into manufacturing and other engineering opportunities

Qualifications :

• 2yr or 4yr technical degree in a mechanical or electrical oriented curriculum needed
• Entry level to 2yrs work experience
• Internship or other hands-on, manufacturing experience preferred
• Able to use power tools and electrical testing and measuring equipment
• Universal EPA Certification preferred
• HVAC related experience beneficial
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Able to read factory orders
• Must pass background check and drug screen

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to work standing for 8 - 10 hours at a time
• Required to use ladder, forklift or other means to acquire parts for product assembly
• Able to use power & hand tools, as well as electrical testing and measuring equipment
• Ability to lift 35 to 50 pounds independently

Benefits :

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) based upon tenure
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Flexible spending account (FSA)

Salary :

Starting pay at $25 / hr with $500 sign on bonus and monthly bonus based on productivity and profits.