HVAC Technician- Laboratory Support

This role is fully onsite Monday-Friday at our Northbrook, IL facility.

• Reads blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, measuring instruments, and operational instructions to provide support for testing activities.
• Evaluates laboratory support activity results and may review data for conformance with specifications..
• Operates designated laboratory equipment and tools as directed.
• Responds to user requests to repair and/or modify existing laboratory instrumentation, automated systems and test fixtures.
• As applicable, records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms as the record of  laboratory support activities.
• May plan laboratory support activities, and evaluate results, as directed.
• Performs routine maintenance on existing laboratory instrumentation, automated systems and test fixtures using established procedures.
• Ensures both new and existing test systems meet safety requirements and compliance with the local laws.
• May procure equipment or materials/supplies on behalf of the laboratory.
• May support training of others on the use of laboratory instrumentation, automated test systems, test fixtures and/or laboratory infrastructure.
• Assists in developing annual budgetary goals, capital expenditure budget for laboratory equipment, and tactical plans for the assigned laboratory section.
• Operates a computer to extract/input readily available information and to use available software.
• Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Designs and builds test fixtures.
• Read and follow the UL Standards of Business Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices
• Performs other duties as directed.

• 2 years of formal education with associate degree or certification as an EPA Universal Certified HVAC technician through acknowledged organization.
• Generally, 4 Years or more of related experience or demonstrated competency.
• Ensures customer convenient solutions meet both customer and company needs.
• Demonstrates ability to proactively adapt actions through preparation and contingency plans. Communicates effectively in written and oral form
• Follows instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Demonstrates a good knowledge of  equipment used within the conformity assessment industry.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Is a highly trusted, direct, and truthful individual.
• Basic knowledge of common laboratory tests and equipment used within the conformity assessment industry.

What you will experience working at UL:

• Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn’t new.  Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you’ll almost always hear, “the people.” Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL.  We’re able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers’ create. We’re inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles,  you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards: All employees at UL Solutions are eligible for annual bonus compensation.  UL offers a generous 401k matching structure of up to 20% of eligible pay. Additionally, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. We provide Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts and Health Savings Accounts that UL contributes to twice per year! Depending on your role, you can work with your manager on flexible working arrangements. We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time off.

 

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A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and