Technical Academy Lab Technician

AAON, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

AAON, Inc. seeks an experienced Lab Technician to support our Technical Academy. You will set up, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC labs and classroom equipment, assisting instructors before, during, and after training sessions.

The ideal candidate has strong HVAC, mechanical systems, electrical controls, and thermodynamics knowledge, with hands-on teaching experience and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in HVAC or technical equivalent.
• EPA 608 license and A2L certification.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on HVAC and mechanical systems experience.
• Teaching or training experience in a technical field is preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts for students.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support instructors in R&D, testing, and maintenance of labs and classroom materials.
• Lead hands-on training sessions and demonstrations using industry-standard equipment.
• Prepare and maintain training materials, equipment, and tools.
• Locate parts, diagrams, and drawings in the AAON database.
• Keep lab and classrooms clean and fully operational.
• Troubleshoot issues during tests and operations; implement fixes.
• Ensure training complies with safety standards and AAON policies.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and instructors to meet deadlines.

Skills

HVAC systems

Mechanical systems

Electrical controls

Thermodynamics

Teaching experience

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

Education

Associate's degree in HVAC

EPA 608 license

A2L certification

Tools

Industry-standard equipment

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lab Technician to support our Technical Academy classes. The ideal candidate has a strong background in HVAC, mechanical systems, electrical controls, and thermodynamics. Responsibilities include setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting labs, classrooms, and equipment, and assisting instructors before, during, and after training sessions.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Support instructors in research and development, testing, and maintenance of labs and classroom materials.
• Assist in conducting hands‑on training sessions and practical demonstrations using industry‑standard equipment and tools.
• Prepare and maintain training materials, equipment, and tools.
• Locate parts, diagrams, and drawings independently within the AAON database.
• Maintain the operation and cleanliness of the lab, classrooms, and fab shop to ensure proper operation.
• May assist in the maintenance of the facility HVAC equipment and other systems.
• Operate and maintain a variety of technical equipment and instruments used in training sessions, ensuring they are in optimal working condition.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues that arise during testing or operation, proposing and implementing solutions to ensure project continuity.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, regulations, and procedures throughout the training process to meet project objectives and industry requirements.
• Collaborate closely with instructors, engineers, technicians, and other team members to achieve project goals and deadlines, contributing to a productive and cohesive work environment.
• Ensure all training activities comply with safety regulations and standards.

Education and Experience Requirements

Associate’s degree in HVAC, or equivalent, from a technical school; EPA 608 and A2L license/certification, or a minimum of 5 years or more of hands‑on experience in HVAC, mechanical systems, electrical controls, and thermodynamics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven experience in teaching or training in a technical field.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, mechanical systems, electrical controls, and thermodynamics.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts and make them understandable to students.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with industry advancements.

Work Environment

• Assist in presenting materials in a classroom or lab setting, adhering to all classroom edict and AAON policies.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Travel to other facilities and off‑site locations as needed.

Essential Mental Functions

• Excellent people skills.
• Excellent communication skills and comfortable speaking to large groups of people.
• Passion for teaching and learning.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue ...