Sedalia Lab Technician

Sedalia Lab Technician

Job Summary:

The Lab Technician designs testing procedures, trouble shoots and corrects design flaws, and co-ordinates design changes for mechanical system components with engineers and vendors. The Tech is responsible for analyzing test and system data, and recommending appropriate changes as needed. They also assist Engineers and other Laboratory Technicians in the research, design and development of new products. The technician must be able to complete agency DAP data sheets and work with agency personnel (due and external) to satisfy requirements. The technician must have basic mechanical and electrical skills.

Job Responsibilities: Refrigeration Lab Technician

• Support safety as a top priority by maintaining a safe and clean work environment

• Build good relationships with customers internal and external; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.

• Plans sequence of in house testing on newly designed products.
• Performs any required agency testing for agency submittal of product
• Assists engineers in formulating test, calibration, repair, and evaluation plans for new products and their components
• Develop and validate new test methods
• Evaluates returned goods to determine root cause of failures
• Report opinions and interpretations of testing performed
• Measures parts for conformity with specifications
• Establishes the following: condenser sizing, compressor sizing, valve sizing, and pipe sizing.
• Establishes refrigerant charge levels
• Take data and complete agency data sheets for DAP certification

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed in the future as necessary.

Job Skills and Qualifications:

• HS diploma or GED required, Associates or Technical/Professional Certification preferred.
• Universal 608 (EPA) certification preferred, or the ability to attain for the right applicant
• Understands metering devices - TXV, AXV, EXV, Cap Tubes.
• A clear understanding of the "Vapor Compression Cycle".
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and in teams as needed
• Good math, communication and basic computer skills essential
• Ability to lift and carry equipment (see safety rules) and stand, kneel or stoop for long periods of time.
• Understanding of the operations of commercial and residential refrigeration systems
• Read blueprints and electrical and electronic schematics
• Grasp electrical and plumbing concepts
• Operate tools, gauges and other testing equipment for refrigeration systems
• Knowledge of basic construction methods and build techniques of food service equipment, serving systems and refrigerated equipment.
• Flexible schedule may be required for shift work or weekend work

Physical Requirements:

1. Sitting for extended periods of time.
2. Standing for continuous periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
3. Lifting (raising or lowering objects).
4. Pulling and/or pushing (exerting up to 15 pounds on a regular basis so that the object is moved to or away from the employee)
5. Carrying objects (in arms or on shoulders):
6. Reaching (extending hands and arms in any direction)
7. Stooping and crouching (bending downward and forward)
8. Feeling (perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, or texture):
9. Speaking to employees and customers.
10. Listening to employees and customers.
11. Grasping (applying pressure to objects):

Mental and Visual Job Requirements:

1. Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
2. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
3. Ability to bring objects into sharp focus.
4. Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
5. Ability to judge distance and space relationships.
6. Ability to learn and comprehend instructions and orientation to the job.
7. Ability to concentrate attention on task at hand for extended periods of time.

Required Abilities:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Ability to use measurement instruments to include but not limited to tape measures, micrometer, calipers, and protractors.

Workplace Environmental Conditions:

1. Typical manufacturing environment.
2. Occasionally subject outside weather conditions.
3. Occasionally subject to sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to heard above the ambient noise level.
4. Exposure to dust and airborne particles.
5. Exposure to hazardous conditions: proximity to moving mechanical parts and electrical current.

Tools Used to Perform Essential Functions:

1. Equipment: Measurement instruments to include but not limited to tape measures, micrometer, calipers, and protractors.

Duke is an equal opportunity employer.

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