Mechanical Test Technician

Copeland LP; Town of Sidney (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland LP in Sidney, Ohio, is hiring a First-Shift Centrifugal Test Technician to evaluate compressor performance and durability, set up testing equipment, and document data in compliance with standards. The role is on-site, five eight-hour days, with overtime eligibility, and requires HVACR certification or active pursuit, plus strong troubleshooting and PC skills.

Join a global climate technologies leader and contribute to next-generation HVACR solutions.

Qualifications

• HVACR Certificate or actively pursuing one
• Basic mechanical, HVAC, and/or electrical/electronic skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Responsibilities

• Follow the engineering test instructions to evaluate compressor performance and durability
• Set up and install compressors and related electronics for testing purposes.
• Operate laboratory equipment such as durability test stands, gas cycle systems, and precision measuring tools to capture performance data
• Fabricate custom test fixtures and controls for non-standard tests, including brazing, soldering, and wiring
• Collect and document test data in compliance with applicable standards
• Perform general laboratory upkeep and maintenance tasks

Skills

Troubleshooting

HVACR knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

HVACR Certificate

Associate degree or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

Testing equipment

Electrical testing tools

Job description

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! If you are a skilled Technician seeking an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting role for you! Based at our Sidney, Ohio, location, you will collaborate with engineering teams to design, develop, and qualify oil-free centrifugal compressors for HVAC systems. As a global leader in compression solutions, we continually seek talented and ambitious technicians to support innovation in our engineering laboratories. We are currently hiring a First-Shift Centrifugal Test Technician to help drive our growth and success.

Responsibilities

• Follow the engineering test instructions to evaluate compressor performance and durability
• Set up and install compressors and related electronics for testing purposes.
• Operate laboratory equipment such as durability test stands, gas cycle systems, and precision measuring tools to capture performance data
• Fabricate custom test fixtures and controls for non-standard tests, including brazing, soldering, and wiring
• Collect and document test data in compliance with applicable standards
• Perform general laboratory upkeep and maintenance tasks

Schedule

This position is for 1st shift and would consist of five-eight-hour workdays, Monday through Friday and is overtime eligible. This role is based fully on-site and is not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

• HVACR Certificate or actively pursuing one
• Basic mechanical, HVAC, and/or electrical/electronic skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills

• Associate degree plus two (2) years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Hands‑on experience in mechanical, HVAC, and/or electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair
• Experience with brazing and soldering techniques

Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area

Our facility is located in Sidney, OH, conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, such as Dayton, Troy, and Columbus. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work.

About Our Location

Our newly renovated Sidney campus has 1M square feet of manufacturing floor with an additional 120k square feet of leading‑edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for our HVACR Americas business unit. Through our many years of compressor expertise, our products help bring comfort and convenience to refrigeration, commercial, industrial, and residential spaces.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally. Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave. Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [e-mail]

Additional Information

With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.