Carrier

30197586 Staff Run Tech – Engineering Laboratory (3rd Shift Operation)

Charlotte, North CarolinaFull-time
$60,000 - $80,000 annually
About the Job
About Carrier:
Carrier, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

About this role:
Carrier is seeking an experienced and dependable Staff Technician in our engineering laboratories. This role is responsible for test execution, running the chillers in water-cooled and air-cooled labs. Individuals should be able to set up test environment, calibration and drive efficient chiller operation The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in testing and troubleshooting water- and air-cooled commercial chillers, as well as maintaining a safe and efficient lab environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Chiller test operation at high efficiency:
  • Performs basic to moderately complex technical tasks which contribute to the planning and execution of engineering projects. 
  • Operates, inspects and maintains chillers, test setups and equipment.  
  • Should be able to work with electrical equipment, including 460-3-60 machinery, with HVAC operation, refrigerant handling, and EPA certification.
  • Able to use / Calibrate laboratory equipment to measure pressure, temperature, flow and electrical measurements.
  • Select, connect and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and refrigeration systems on Charlotte manufactured equipment. 
  • Able to do loop calibration, how to use valves for single / double loop configuration.
  • Operate/ trouble shoot / calibration, Power Management / VFD’s, boilers, valves configuration
  • Should be able to coach team members, collaborate with cross functional team and report out the results / issues to the relevant team to drive resolution.

Lab safety, maintenance and uptime:
  • Must be an advocate of safe workspace, 5S and champion the corporations EHS policy.
  • Support on lab uptime by reporting any instrument failures and enhance preventive maintenance.

KPIs, Reporting, Transparency and Analytics:
  • Collects and reports test status, issue reporting.
  • Able to apply and teach measurement techniques, test report writing, systems troubleshooting. 
  • You should be proactive to resolve testing hurdles consulting development and other relevant process partners.

Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 5+ years of experience in Chiller/HVAC operations, station and chiller and/or 5 years' experience in laboratory environment, for mechanical/electrical machinery.  
  • 5+ years of experience with hand/pneumatic tools, advanced shop mathematics, complex measuring equipment, precision measuring instruments and/or other tools

Preferred requirements:
  • AS or AAS in related technical field, Technical/Business School Certificate or Skilled Trades Apprenticeship.
  • Proven ability in independently leading / running chillers, reporting the results, expert in loop tuning and drive test cycle / loop efficiency.
  • Technical expert in HVAC design, components and ability to run the chillers.
  • Understanding of close loop control systems, Loop stability.
  • Reading and interpreting complex drawings, schematics, and blueprints.
  • Experience with medium voltage operations, including arc flash and lockout/tagout procedures.

Work Environment:
  • Hands-on role requiring frequent standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), climbing ladders, and working around moving mechanical equipment.
  • Exposure temperature variations, refrigerants, compressed gases, and other lab-specific conditions.
  • Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be needed to support critical maintenance schedules.

Benefits:
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
  • Health Care benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; wellness incentives.
  • Retirement benefits.
  • Time Off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty; military leave; purchased vacation 
  • Disability: Short-term and long-term disability.
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment 
  • Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Healthcare Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account 
  • Tuition Assistance