Refrigeration/HVAC Lab Technician

BASIC FUNCTION

Support various Engineering groups throughout the JCI organization by testing semi-hermetic compressors designed for chiller duty.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out testing as outlined by test requests, and criteria defined by Engineering.  Must be able to operate test stand equipment in a safe manner.  Properly diagnose and correct problems encountered during testing.

• Plan and set up test programs: setting up pipework, bending tubing, calibrating instrumentation, programing channel configurations in data acquisition system, pulling vacuum and charging systems.

• Diagnose electrical circuitry, both DC and AC (Single and Three Phase).

• Maintain proper lab function by performing maintenance on various test blocks as well as their associated components

Adheres to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Firm understanding of the refrigeration cycle and its components. This can come from technical training or hands on experience. Knowledge of hot gas bypass loops preferred.

• Ability to wire motors and drives

• Understanding of AC and DC circuitry. Capability of creating control circuits

• Maintains a positive attitude and work well with others

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Requires an associate’s degree from college or technical school; or two (2) to five (5) years related experience and/or training in refrigeration; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Refrigeration License (EPA 608) is not required, however it is preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint), as well as Internet software and E-mail is required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The employee is occasionally required to lift no more than 50 pounds.  The vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

THE ABOVE DESCRIPTION OUTLINES THE MOST SIGNICANT JOB FUNCTIONS PERFORMED BUT MAY INCLUDE OTHER SIMILAR FUNCTIONS OR ASSIGNMENTS NOT SPECIFICALLY MENTIONED.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.