Laboratory Technician - Pumps & Spas

CSA Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading certification organization in Toronto seeks a skilled individual to conduct testing and certification of various products. The role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and experience in Motors and Electricity. Candidates should have a solid educational background in Engineering Technology and be adept at interpreting electronic schematics. Join a diverse and inclusive team committed to making a world-class impact.

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of Motors and Electricity experience.
• Read and understand Electronic/Mechanical schematics.
• Knowledge of various Standards related to motors and appliances.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a wide range of test procedures on equipment.
• Interpret results and compile data into reports.
• Interact with certifiers to provide test information.

Skills

Knowledge of safe practices

Excellent communication skills

Project management skills

Ability to adapt to a changing environment

Education

3-year Technical Certificate or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology

Job description

Employment Status:Regular Time Type:Full time BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU

At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.

Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary:

Under general direction, designs set-ups and conducts experimental programs and accurately obtains and records data; fabricates experimental apparatus. Performs R&D assignments that are not standardized or prescribed. May make modifications to experimental set-ups, troubleshoot, and correct equipment malfunctions as necessary, and provide oral and written status reports. Main function is to test products to the given Standards.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts a wide range of test procedures on equipment to the applicable standards and interprets the results of the test.

• Determines and reviews which tests are required the order in which to perform tests and the number of samples required.

• Performs tests and calculations, compiles data and summarizes test results into test reports and checklists. Verifies calculations are consistent with results of measurements.

• Determines whether a product passes or fails subject to review by Certifier/Reviewer.

• Assembles and disassembles test samples, hooks-up laboratory test equipment in preparation for testing and operates most laboratory test equipment without supervision.

• Maintains good housekeeping of tools, equipment and work area following tests and carries out assigned laboratory clean-up duties.

• Records technical data and draft reports.

• Performs mathematical calculations required to summarize test results as applicable.

• Relates test results to product specifications.

• Maintains and initiates direct Certifier contact to provide information and answer questions or obtains more product information.

• Interacts with the Certifier to plan activities, exchange information, review and approve lab reports and certification records.

• Tests to the certifier’s requests and provides general and specific information about the certification testing process or status of a work order to assist the certifier and improve overall customer service and satisfaction.

• Provides the certifier with detailed interpretation of test results and construction evaluation and how it applies to the status of their certification.

• Performs witness testing as required by Lab Tech III or Manager.

• Knowledge on how to operate test equipment in a safe manner.

• May be required to purchase tools/equipment from outside shops.

• Performs other duties as assigned by manager.

• Reviews work orders for accuracy.

• Conducts Technical Audits for both Safety & EEV.

• Communicates with clients regarding project details.

Education and Experience:

• 3-year Technical Certificate or equivalent education and experience or

• Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology

• 5-8 years of Motors and Electricity experience

• Read and understand Electronic/Mechanical schematics by identify components (heaters, blowers, switches and controls)

• Knowledge of the following Standards is an Asset:

• CSA C22.2 No. 108, CSA C22.2 No. 77, UL 778, UL 1004-2 and UL 1004-3 - Motor Operated Liquid Pumps

• CSA C22.2 No. 218.2 and UL 1795 - Hydromassage bathtub appliances

• CSA C22.2 No. 218.1 and UL 1563 - Spas, hot tubs, cold tubs, and associated equipment

• ASME A112.3.4-2018/CSA B45.9-18 - Macerating toilet systems and waste - pumping systems for plumbing fixtures

• IEC 60335-1 and IEC 60335-2-41- Motor operated liquid pumps

• UL 979 - Water Treatment Appliances

Skills:

• Needs to be knowledgeable of safe practices; ability to move equipment around with assistance or independently; follow safety practices; ability to interact with internal customers as well as external; ability to use a variety of equipment to perform daily tasks

• Adaptable to a changing work environment.

• Excellent and effective time and project management skills to efficiently handle a variety and multiple project requests to meet timelines for completion, and on-time delivery.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact effectively and efficiently with internal customers as well as external.

CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you require accommodation in the interview process.