Technician II Labs - Food Equipment​/Mechanical Plumbing Lab

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As a Technician II for the Food Equipment Lab you will be responsible for testing of various food equipment.

• Install and test commercial food equipment appliances.
• Coatings evaluations for corrosion, abrasion, and adhesion.
• Schedule and perform testing to meet needs of laboratory and client.
• Work collaboratively with other laboratory personnel to support efficient scheduling of testing.
• Maintain instruments and equipment in proper operating condition and keep necessary documentation.
• Assure adherence to all safety and health policies and procedures.
• Assure the accuracy of daily results including its accurate transcription in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Assure corporate and laboratory QA/QC programs are met.
• Perform other duties as requested.

• Knowledgeable in physical science or Engineering
• High School or GED – or working toward an Engineering Degree.
• Able to use basic laboratory equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of PC/Windows software (Word, Excel).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledgeable and experience with laboratory QA/QC plans, manuals, and procedures.
• Highly motivated in completing assignments correctly and on schedule.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently.

• Associate’s degree in physical science, Engineering, or related field.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems.
• Familiarity with HVAC, refrigeration, basic control systems.
• Understanding of and experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Experience with measuring equipment, i.e. Calipers or Micrometer.
• Experience with laboratory notebook upkeep.
• Experience with coatings evaluations.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory or testing environment.

• Light physical effort required for most sections (ability to lift and manipulate test samples or move 5 to 10 lbs. from one area to another).
• Medium and heavy physical effort for one section of the prep group (ability to lift and manipulate test samples or move up to 50 lbs. alone, or more with group or mechanical assistance).
• Standing for long periods of time is necessary periodically.
• Safety glasses and safety shoes must be worn at all times in lab areas.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Public Safety