Laboratory Technician - Pumps & Spas

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Regular## Time Type:

Full time##
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Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

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Job Summary:

Under general direction, designs set-ups and conducts experimental programs and accurately obtains and records data; fabricates experimental apparatus. Performs R&D assignments that are not standardized or prescribed. May make modifications to experimental set-ups, troubleshoot, and correct equipment malfunctions as necessary, and provide oral and written status reports. Main function is to test products to the given Standards.
** Responsibilities:
*** Conducts a wide range of test procedures on equipment to the applicable standards and interprets the results of the test.
* Determines and reviews which tests are required the order in which to perform tests and the number of samples required.
* Performs tests and calculations, compiles data and summarizes test results into test reports and checklists. Verifies calculations are consistent with results of measurements.
* Determines whether a product passes or fails subject to review by Certifier/Reviewer.
* Assembles and disassembles test samples, hooks-up laboratory test equipment in preparation for testing and operates most laboratory test equipment without supervision.
* Maintains good housekeeping of tools, equipment and work area following tests and carries out assigned laboratory clean-up duties.
* Records technical data and draft reports.
* Performs mathematical calculations required to summarize test results as applicable.
* Relates test results to product specifications.
* Maintains and initiates direct Certifier contact to provide information and answer questions or obtains more product information.
* Interacts with the Certifier to plan activities, exchange information, review and approve lab reports and certification records.
* Tests to the certifier’s requests and provides general and specific information about the certification testing process or status of a work order to assist the certifier and improve overall customer service and satisfaction.
* Provides the certifier with detailed interpretation of test results and construction evaluation and how it applies to the status of their certification.
* Performs witness testing as required by Lab Tech III or Manager.
* Knowledge on how to operate test equipment in a safe manner.
* May be required to purchase tools/equipment from outside shops.
* Performs other duties as assigned by manager.
* Reviews work orders for accuracy.
* Conducts Technical Audits for both Safety & EEV.
* Communicates with clients regarding project details.
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* Education and Experience:

*** 3-year Technical Certificate or equivalent education and experience
** or
* ** Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology
* 5-8 years of Motors and Electricity experience
* Read and understand Electronic/Mechanical schematics by identify components (heaters, blowers, switches and controls)
* Knowledge of the following Standards is an Asset:
* CSA C22.2 No. 108, CSA C22.2 No. 77, UL 778, UL 1004-2 and UL 1004-3 - Motor Operated Liquid Pumps
* CSA C22.2 No. 218.2 and UL 1795 - Hydromassage bathtub appliances
* CSA C22.2 No. 218.1 and UL 1563 - Spas, hot tubs, cold tubs, and associated…