HVAC Test Technician III

Daikin Applied Americas Inc; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas Inc seeks an HVAC Test Technician III for its Minnesota facility during a lab expansion planned for 2026. The role features an on-site lab, early start, and hands-on testing of complex equipment with ISO 17025 procedures.

The position includes setup and operation of advanced laboratory instruments, safety-focused duties, and opportunities to mentor peers as needed. Minnesota-based, 1st shift.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in HVAC&R or related experience.
• Experience related to mechanical test lab or field service (preferred).
• Fork truck training/license, Man lift training/license, Universal card, or R410a card (preferred).
• Mentorship experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing activities in accordance with standard procedures, test requirements, and the ISO 17025 standard.
• Set up and operate complex laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Identify and report nonconformities and abnormal testing conditions.
• Maintain a working knowledge of EH&S safety policies and regulations and ensure safety.
• Provide direction, assistance and training to other technicians (senior roles only).

Education

Associate’s degree in HVAC&R or related experience

Tools

Fork truck training/license

Man lift training/license

Universal card

R410a card

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking an HVAC Test Technician III. This position is part of our planned lab expansion, with hiring expected to take place throughout 2026.

Why you should work at Daikin: Avoid rush-hour traffic with 6am start time On-site training facility to aid in career growth opportunities Tools provided You’ll stay dry rain or shine in our climate-controlled facility! You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth. The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best.

Location: Plymouth, MN Shift Hours: 1st shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Monday – Friday

Your Responsibilities:

• Perform laboratory testing activities in accordance with standard procedures, test requirements, and the ISO 17025 standard.
• Perform scheduled instrument verification checks and periodic facility maintenance.
• Set up and operate complex laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Identify and report nonconformities and abnormal testing conditions.
• Ensure standards, policies, procedures, and maintenance of a clean work area are upheld at all times.
• Maintain a working knowledge of EH&S safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.
• Maintain effective communication with laboratory and project teams.
• Obtain fork truck training/license, scissor lift training/license, or refrigerant handling certifications.
• Perform test unit setup according to lab procedures and test request requirements.
• Create records of testing activities and document them according to laboratory procedures.
• Improve laboratory activities on a continuous basis.
• Implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair test units and facilities.
• Provide direction, assistance and training to other technicians (senior roles only).

Your Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in HVAC&R or related experience
• Experience related to mechanical test lab or field service (preferred)
• Fork truck training/license, Man lift training/license, Universal card, or R410a card (preferred)
• Mentorship experience (preferred)

Your Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
• Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company-paid holidays
• Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state, and local law requires a faster accrual
• Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law
• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision and Peripheral vision.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. Ability to work at heights.

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The typical hourly rate for this position ranges from $23.65 to $50.77 in Minnesota.

The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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