Technician I - HVAC Safety Testing (entry level), Cortland, NY

Intertek•Cortland, NY

5h•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification) Services, is looking for a Technician I to join our HVAC Safety team in Cortland, New York. This is a fantastic opportunity to start or grow a versatile career, facilitating international trade and regulatory product testing on the Electrical Team! 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. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands, and organizations in every sector around the world. Our purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. The Technician I (entry level) position is responsible for providing technical support for engineering staff, including performing duties related to routine testing, maintenance or clean-up. This position works limited to direct supervision. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
No experience is required - will train
A valid driver's license and reliable driving record
Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Ability to use basic shop equipment and various hand tools
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions
Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
Communicate with customers in a professional manner including appearance and attitude
Must be customer focused and quality driven
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to travel up to 15%
Applicants will be required to complete an I-9 to verify their eligibility to work in the U.S.
Applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Trade school certification or associate's degree in a technical field
1 year of directly relatable experience
Ability to operate a powered hand truck and fork truck
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Responsibilities

Set up and operate EUT (Equipment Under Test); perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
Perform basic analysis of test data and routine calculations.
Provide exceptional customer experience to all customers throughout the onsite testing
Interact with customers in a professional manner including appearance and attitude
Diligently follow safety practices, knowledge of OSHA standards, and use of safety equipment as required by management
Work closely with lead/ crew members and take direction to complete projects within certain policies and procedures
Daily cleanup and maintenance of projects, work equipment, work site, vehicles and organize all tools and materials
Perform site survey activities with a team
Attend mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety
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.
Be comfortable handling flammable gases in accordance with Intertek protocol.
May communicate with clients regarding general project inquiries, updates etc.
Perform other work as required.