Lab Technician II - DOE

A. O. Smith Corporation; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a Lab Technician II in Johnson City, TN. This entry-level role involves conducting efficiency tests on water heater types and communicating findings to engineers. Candidates should possess strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, and have an Associate's Degree in a relevant field. A competitive compensation package is offered.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement security savings plan

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills required.
• Experience or education in Engineering Technology, HVAC, Mechanical, Electronics, Chemistry, or Biology.
• Good problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct efficiency performance testing procedures on various equipment.
• Review and critique Uniform Energy Descriptor data and reports.
• Collect and communicate test data to the engineering team.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Good problem-solving skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology or Related Field

Job description

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Date: Jun 2, 2025

Location(s):

Johnson City, TN, US, 37601

Company: A. O. Smith Corporation

Company / Location Information

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

Primary Function

The DOE Lab Technician II will conduct efficiency performance testing procedures on various types of equipment, review test results and communicate to the Residential Engineering Team.

Responsibilities

• Review test requirements and set up various water heater types for performance testing as described in the Code of Federal Regulations.
• Review and critique Uniform Energy Descriptor data and reports per Code of Federal Regulations.
• Acts as owner of DOE Lab projects and takes the lead on setting up and testing projects based on the engineers' protocols and test plans.
• Uses in-depth test and product knowledge to efficiently complete testing in the lab.
• Collects and reviews test data and communicates observations to engineers.
• Conduct Certification Testing to provide test data for product listings with AHRI and the US Department of Energy.
• Makes recommendations based on observations.
• Maintain AOS database with all test reports.
• Calibrates test equipment as needed to maintain DOE Lab EPA Certification.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team. May mentor first level technicians.
• Effectively communicates technical material to senior engineers. May require basic operation of laboratory-grade analytical equipment.
• Conduct yourself professionally in accordance with AOS Values.
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication - written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize individual workload to meet deadlines
• Good general problem-solving skills.
  
  

Education

Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology, HVAC, Mechanical, Electronics, Chemistry, Biology or Related Field

Or 2-3 years of related work experience

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

ADA Statement & EEO Statement

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Nearest Major Market: Asheville

Nearest Secondary Market: Knoxville

Job Segment: Laboratory, Wastewater, Water Treatment, Scientific, HVAC, Science, Engineering, Operations

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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