Ice Machine Lab Technician - Entry Level

Pentair plc; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 3,582,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Up to 5% 401K match startingday

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Caregiver leave

Prescription drug insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pentair plc in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Lab Technician to support ice machine performance testing and data collection under a mentor. This entry-level role involves setup, testing, data entry, and maintaining lab equipment in a hands-on environment.

You will follow procedures, operate instruments (scale, flow meter, NI data acquisition), record data accurately, and assist with calibration while adhering to safety standards and team meetings.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in HVACR/electro-mechanical/electronics preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience acceptable in lieu of degree.
• Knowledge of test equipment: mechanical, electrical, refrigeration; basic brazing, leak detection, soldering, refrigerant handling.

Responsibilities

• Set up Ice Machine for basic performance testing (electrical, water, drain & data acquisition).
• Follow testing procedures using instrumentation and internal specifications.
• Operate lab equipment (scale, flow meter, hoist, measuring equipment).
• Perform computer data entry and use NI data acquisition systems.
• Maintain lab tools, equipment, and housekeeping standards.
• Accurately record test data in Electronic Test Request Folders.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in meetings.
• Assist with calibration activities.

Skills

HVACR knowledge

Electrical testing

Data entry

Manual dexterity

Education

Associate degree or Technical Diploma in HVACR/Electro-Mechanical/Electronics

Tools

NI Data Acquisition Systems

Job description

Pentair plc in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Lab Technician to support ice machine performance testing and data collection under a mentor. This entry-level role involves setup, testing, data entry, and maintaining lab equipment in a hands-on environment.

You will follow procedures, operate instruments (scale, flow meter, NI data acquisition), record data accurately, and assist with calibration while adhering to safety standards and team meetings.