Master Test Lab Technician

Carrier; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 79,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Paid time off

Disability protection

Life Insurance

Job summary

Carrier is seeking an experienced Master Test Lab Technician to lead test planning and execution in its East Syracuse lab. The role focuses on setting up test environments, calibration and efficient testing operations for HVAC equipment.

The candidate should have extensive HVAC testing/troubleshooting experience,EPA certification, and the ability to maintain a safe lab environment. First shift: Mon–Fri, days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• EPA Certification, or the ability to obtain EPA Certification.
• 2+ years of brazing and soldering.
• 5+ years of Chiller/HVAC operations or 5 years in a laboratory environment for mechanical/electrical machinery.
• 5+ years of experience with hand/pneumatic tools and precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic to moderately complex technical tasks for planning and execution of engineering projects.
• Operates, inspects and maintains HVAC equipment and test setups.
• Work with electrical equipment, including 460-3-60 machinery, with HVAC operation and refrigerant handling / EPA certification.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment to measure pressure, temperature, flow and electrical measurements.
• Select, connect and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and refrigeration systems on manufactured equipment.
• Operate/troubleshoot/calibration, Power Management / VFDs, valves configuration.
• Coach team members, collaborate with cross functional team and report results to drive resolution.

Skills

HVAC testing

Electrical measurement

Safety compliance

EPA Certification

Education

AS/AAS in technical field

Skilled Trades Apprenticeship/Certificate

Tools

Measuring instruments

Hand tools

Job description

Master Test Lab Technician

CAN01: Carrier-Syracuse, 6304 Carrier Parkway, East Syracuse, NY, 13057 USA

Job ID 30216701

Job Category Engineering

Posted Start Date September 14, 2026

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com (opens in new window) or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

About This Role

Carrier is seeking an experienced and dependable Master Technician in our engineering laboratories. This role is responsible for test planning and test execution. Individuals should be able to set up test environments, set up calibration and drive efficient testing operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in testing and troubleshooting HVAC equipment, as well as maintaining a safe and efficient lab environment.

The 1st shift Schedule is: Monday – Friday, Days.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs basic to moderately complex technical tasks which contribute to the planning and execution of engineering projects.
• Operates, inspects and maintains HVAC equipment and test setups.
• Should be able to work with electrical equipment, including 460-3-60 machinery, with HVAC operation, refrigerant handling / EPA certification.
• Able to use / Calibrate laboratory equipment to measure pressure, temperature, flow and electrical measurements.
• Select, connect and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and refrigeration systems on manufactured equipment.
• Operate/ trouble shoot / calibration, Power Management / VFDs, valves configuration.
• Should be able to coach team members, collaborate with cross functional team and report out the results / issues to the relevant team to drive resolution.

Lab safety, maintenance and uptime

• Must be an advocate of safe workspace, 5S and champion the corporations EHS policy.
• Support on lab uptime by reporting any instrument failures and enhance preventive maintenance.

Work Environment

• Hands-on role requiring frequent standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), climbing ladders, and working around moving mechanical equipment.
• Exposure to refrigerants, compressed gases, and other lab-specific conditions.
• Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be needed to support critical maintenance schedules.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• EPA Certification, or the ability to obtain EPA Certification.
• 2+ years of experience Brazing and Soldering.
• 5+ years of experience in Chiller/HVAC operations, station and chiller and/or 5 years' experience in laboratory environment for mechanical/electrical machinery.
• 5+ years of experience with hand/pneumatic tools, advanced shop mathematics, complex measuring equipment, precision measuring instruments.

Preferred Qualifications

• AS or AAS in related technical field.
• Technical/Business School Certificate or Skilled Trades Apprenticeship.
• Technical expert in HVAC design, components and ability to lead / run the chillers.
• Understanding of close loop control systems, Loop stability.
• Reading and interpreting complex drawings, schematics, and blueprints.
• Experience with medium voltage operations, including arc flash and lockout/tagout procedures.

Pay Range The annual salary for this position is between $79,000.00 - $158,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.

Other Compensation This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for benefits, including:

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives

• Retirement Benefits

• Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation

• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability

• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment

• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account

• Tuition Assistance

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail] (opens in new window). We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 14 September 2026

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