Lab Technician

Bosch USA; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

FHP Manufacturing in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is seeking a Test Technician to assemble, modify, set up and conduct performance tests on air conditioning systems, sub-systems, and components with a focus on water-source heat pumps. You will assist with maintenance of lab tools, perform preventive maintenance, and contribute to continuous improvement of processes.

Strong attention to detail and good communication are valued.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• Able to lift 35 lbs and stand for up to 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Set up and instrument HVAC equipment and components for tests.
• Perform tests on units according to test procedures.
• Monitor and record test data and present results to Engineering.
• Maintain lab rooms and equipment, perform calibration checks.
• Assist with lab system and tool improvements and maintenance.

Skills

Lifting 35 lbs

Stamina for 8 hrs

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Company Description

FHP Manufacturing, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a joint venture between Robert Bosch (BOSCH Group) and Carrier Corporation.

FHP Manufacturing is a leader in the production of geothermal and water source heat pumps, providing some of the most efficient heating and cooling comfort solutions in the industry.

Job Description

Assemble, modify, set‑up and conduct performance and other tests on air conditioning systems, sub-systems. and component assemblies. Focus is for water‑source heat pumps in particular, testing to be directed by the Laboratory Supervisor.

Assist with maintenance of the lab tools and equipment. Annual, monthly, and daily preventative maintenance as prompted by PM systems and lab supervisor. Assist with improvements in the lab systems and/or tools as required to provide continuous improvement in processes and procedures. This may include procedure writing and editing.

Responsibilities

• Set‑up and instrument HVAC equipment and / or components described above in test rooms or field locations.
• Perform tests on units, in keeping with the laboratory work schedule, according to applicable and appropriate test procedures.
• Monitor and accurately record test data, calculate results or enter data into computer and formulate results for presentation to Engineering.
• Maintain test rooms, instrumentation and reconditioning apparatus.
• Cross check and assist in instrument calibration to ensure accurate, reliable test results and to maintain laboratory certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma
• Able to lift 35lbs and stand for up to 8 hrs.

Additional Information

• General knowledge of HVAC units and designs
• Understanding of the thermal cycle
• Understanding of the impacts of heat exchangers, TXVs, Fan Motors, Compressors,
• High attention to detail
• Good communications skills
• Knowledge of simple electrical circuits
• Machine operation, blueprint reading, hand tools use, and Windows PC knowledge preferred.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.