Technician II - General Safety

Intertek Global; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, seeks a Technician II to join our Electrical team in Arlington Heights, Illinois. This role supports engineering staff and conducts electrical/performance testing to US/Canada and other international standards, writing reports and communicating with clients.

The salary range is $28 - $35 per hour with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) with company match, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years electrical, mechanical and/or hands-on equipment experience.
• Understanding of US, Canada & international safety standards (e.g., ANSI, IES, CIE, NEMA, UL/CSA).
• A valid driver's license and reliable driving record.
• Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools.
• Ability to review, understand, and convey technical information clearly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and apply test methods and test specifications for EUT (equipment under test).
• Read and understand schematics and manufacturing instructions.
• Under project scope, identify and locate test instruments and equipment.
• Set up and operate EUT; perform simple repairs as needed.
• Perform testing of products in accordance with standards (input rating, temperature, leakage, dielectric, plus more).
• Develop and set up test plans.
• Set up and operate standard test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, multimeter, etc.).
• Move equipment and properly package samples for shipment.
• Maintain equipment and facilities and document test results.

Skills

Electrical experience

Reading schematics

Test equipment operation

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (technical)

Tools

Spectrum analyzer

Oscilloscope

Dielectric strength tester

Multimeter

Excel

Word/Outlook

Job description

Technician II - General Safety - Arlington Heights, Illinois

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Technician II to join our Electrical team in Arlington Heights, Illinois. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in facilitating international trade and regulatory product testing.

Intertek’s Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek’s global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients’ expectations and helps to clear a path for their product’s success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Technician II is responsible for providing technical support for engineering staff, including performing duties related to testing. This Technician II works under direct supervision and is responsible for performing electrical/performance testing on a variety of products to the provisions of U.S., Canada (e.g., IES, CIE, NEMA, UL/CSA) and other international product safety standards, writing reports and communicating with clients.

Salary & Benefits Information

The salary range for this position is $28 - $35 per hour. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

• Read apply test methods and test specifications provided by engineering for EUT (equipment under test).
• Read and understand schematics and manufacturing instructions.
• Under scope of the project, identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing.
• Set up and operate EUT (Equipment Under Test); perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
• Perform testing of products in accordance with standards. Core tests include, but are not limited to input rating, normal temperature, leakage current, dielectric, grounding impedance, stability, mechanical hazard, flammability, abnormal, fault assurance, rain, and IP.
• Develop and set up test plans.
• Set up and operate standard test equipment including, but not limited to, spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, multi-meter, dielectric strength tester, ground continuity tester, digital multi-meter, surge generator, over-voltage tester, environmental condition chamber, articulated probes. Use hand tools to build/calibrate test fixtures.
• Follow sample handling procedures, ensure that sample is logged into and out of the system.
• Move equipment as needed through the facility. Properly package sample for shipment.
• Maintain equipment and facilities.
• Perform basic analysis of test data and routine calculations.
• Wiring to identify and connect complex branch circuit connections including but not limited to single phase, split phase, three phase, Delta and Y Configurations.
• May make recommendations regarding technical decisions relating to the interpretation and applicability of test standards.
• May communicate with clients and management.
• Perform other work as required.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years electrical, mechanical and/or hands-on equipment experience
• Understanding of U.S., Canada & international product safety standards (e.g., ANSI, IES, CIE, NEMA, UL/CSA)
• A valid driver's license and reliable driving record
• Ability to utilize basic shop equipment and various hand tools
• Ability to review, understand, and convey technical information in an effective manner
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills, in both verbal and written formats
• Microsoft Office software expertise, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a technical field
• Previous Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) experience
• 2+ years electrical experience

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.