ASSOCIATE TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Fire Technology Instrumentation

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First paycheck bonus

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, TX conducts large-scale fire testing for industries including construction, marine and automotive. Technicians build, instrument, and evaluate test specimens, recording data with sensors and data acquisition systems to assess fire performance.

We seek hands-on individuals capable of fabricating test specimens, wiring instrumentation, and supporting senior staff in a fast-paced lab environment, with emphasis on safety in dusty, high-temperature

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of basic AC/DC wiring, mechanical and hand tools experience.
• Basic electronics knowledge is desired.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, including respiratory equipment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Normal work day hours are 7a-4p.
• Facial hair must meet requirements to wear a full face respirator.

Responsibilities

• Document tests using digital video and pictures.
• Setup computer systems for various tests.
• Assist senior technicians with daily tasks.
• Perform troubleshooting to identify and correct issues with equipment.
• Must be self-motivated and have excellent time management and organizational skills.

Skills

AC/DC wiring

Mechanical knowledge

Construction knowledge

Basic electronics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are:

The Fire Resistance Section conducts large scale fire testing of items and assemblies for a wide range of industries including commercial construction, marine and automotive. Products are built, instrumented, and evaluated for their fire performance. Our team performs R&D in state-of-the-art labs that simulate real fire, which entail a non-climate controlled fast-paced environment in dusty conditions with fumes; all with the purpose of preventing fire and researching the damage fire can cause. By joining our team, you will receive $500 on your first paycheck minus applicable taxes.

Objectives of this Role:

• Read and interpret manuals, standards, and drawings.
• Set up test apparatuses requiring manual and mechanical dexterity and perform other tasks as directed.
• Fabrication and preparation of test specimens for evaluation.
• Build and install various types of instrumentation including thermocouples, pressure transducers, gas flow controllers, and many more.
• Prepare data acquisition systems and computers to record test data.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Document tests using digital video and pictures.
• Setup computer systems for various tests.
• Assist senior technicians with daily tasks.
• Perform troubleshooting to identify and correct issues with equipment.
• Must be self-motivated and have excellent time management and organizational skills.

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Continuing education, trade school and or experience in AC/DC wiring, mechanical and construction knowledge.
• 1 years: Basic AC/DC wiring, mechanical knowledge and experience with common power and hand tools.
• Basic electronics knowledge is desired.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, including respiratory equipment, operate forklift and drive Institute vehicles.
• Must be able to work at heights on a ladder and/or boom lift.
• Frequent assignments in high temperature and smoky environment.
• Facial hair must meet requirements to wear a full face respirator.
• Normal work day hours are 7a-4p.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.

Job Locations:

• San Antonio, Texas

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