Lab Technician - Refrigeration Test & Controls Expert

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Waynesboro (Franklin County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Lab Technician for our FRICK manufacturing facility in Waynesboro, PA to test semi-hermetic compressors for chillers. This onsite role requires commuting distance or relocation with packages available.

The candidate will operate test stands, set up test programs, diagnose electrical issues, and maintain lab equipment while collaborating with a cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the refrigeration cycle from education or hands-on experience
• Ability to wire motors and drives
• Understanding of AC and DC circuitry
• Capability of creating control circuits
• Must work well with others and maintain a positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Carry out testing as outlined by test requests and engineering criteria; operate test stand safely and diagnose problems
• Plan and set up test programs, including piping, tubing, instrumentation calibration, data acquisition configurations, vacuum pulling and charging systems
• Diagnose electrical circuitry (DC and AC; single/three-phase)
• Maintain lab function by performing routine maintenance on test blocks and components

Skills

Refrigeration knowledge

Motor and drive wiring

AC/DC circuitry

Control circuits design

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or 2+ years refrigeration experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a Lab Technician for our FRICK manufacturing facility in Waynesboro, PA to test semi-hermetic compressors for chillers. This onsite role requires commuting distance or relocation with packages available.

The candidate will operate test stands, set up test programs, diagnose electrical issues, and maintain lab equipment while collaborating with a cross-functional team.