Heating Lab Technician

Carrier; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier is seeking a Senior Engineering Services and Support technician to join their team. This role involves setting up and monitoring tests on gas furnaces and fan coils, and requires a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.

The successful candidate will collaborate with engineers and support the execution of engineering projects while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental policies.

A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with at least 1 year of related experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of Engineering/Technical Support experience or relevant degree.
• Ability to work a first-shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Set up instrumentation for gas furnaces and fan coils.
• Run and monitor tests on gas furnaces and fan coils.
• Communicate test data with engineers.
• Modify and fabricate test units as directed.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Electrical Aptitude

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Ability to lift and move up to 35 lbs

HVAC systems troubleshooting

Microsoft Word expertise

Microsoft Excel skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1+ years of Engineering/Technical Support experience or equivalent degree

Tools

Basic hand tools

Volt/Ohm meter

Lab testing software

Job description

Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.

About This Role

This position is for a senior Engineering Services and Support technician who is under general supervision. Performs basic to moderately complex technical tasks which contribute to the planning and execution of engineering projects. Collaborates with higher level support staff to confer with engineers on details and implications of test procedures and results. May assist in orienting, training, and assigning work of technical/business support employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and instrumentation of gas furnaces and fan coils in laboratory test stands.
• Run and monitor tests on gas furnaces and fan coils under the direction of engineers.
• Use computer to collect and communicate test data with engineers.
• Modify and fabricate test units and test setups as directed by engineers.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years of Field and/or professional Engineering/ Technical Support working experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree, Associates Degree, Technical / Business School Certificate or Diploma, or Skilled Trades Apprenticeship
• Ability to work a first-shift schedule, Monday- Friday, 40 hours per week

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical Aptitude – ability to use basic hand tools in a lab environment
• Electrical Aptitude – electrical/electronic knowledge, able to perform basic wiring tasks, read wiring diagrams and use a Volt/Ohm meter
• Basic computer skills - ability to operate a Windows PC, and communicate effectively via email and instant message.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, while managing multiple priorities
• Ability to comprehend and comply with EH&S Practices & Policies and Ethics Practices
• Proven capacity to self-direct/motivate with a vision toward future goals
• Ability to lift and move up to 35 lbs with no assistance
• Working knowledge of and ability to trouble-shoot HVAC systems
• Intermediate level skills with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with and ability to use data systems, databases, and specialized lab testing software
• Basic knowledge of laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Experience working in a team and matrix environment