Lab Technician

Job Summary General supervision is required. Building test fixtures and performing UL and CSA approval power and gardening tool testing Salary: $53,000 - $65,000 per year Essential Job Duties Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Building of test fixtures for tool and accessory testing. Performing test projects of a complex nature. Perform project work requiring only general supervision. Perform highly repetitive test projects. Assist Project Leaders in research testing. Assist in performing all UL/CSA testing of power tools Participate in warehouse test sample management and storage Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Become certified by UL and CSA for product testing and participate in regular audits. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Skills Required Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Problem-Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Adapts strategy to changing conditions. Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans. Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work promptly; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions. Adaptability - Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; can deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative - Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities. Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. Mathematical Skills - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should know about Microsoft Outlook Experience in PC such as Microsoft Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams as well as all software within Microsoft Suite. Electro / mechanical aptitude. Knowledge of power and gardening tools operation & repair. Be familiar with UL/CSA standards. A good understanding of Electrical/Electronic theory and circuit operation. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment The majority of work will be in an open Lab environment with low to moderate noise using various electronic and mechanical measuring instruments, hand tools, and power tools such as DMM, Calipers, Leakage current meters, Power Drills, and various cutting tools that are both powered and hand operated. A warehouse to store past and pending projects and an outside work area for messy or noisy work. This position will sometimes work in an open office setting that is quiet, and fast-paced and fosters continuous learning while operating under high demand/volume. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopy/fax/scanner, library with filing cabinets and shelves. Travel Some travel for training may be required for this position. Education and/or Experience Needed AS degree in an electrical field or education beyond High School such as college, accredited schools, trade schools, seminars, or military in the electrical or electronic fields. Minimum two years experience in a technical environment, preferably within the power tool industry. Additional Education and/or Experience Preferred UL/CSA testing experience Physical Demands 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 essential functions. Required to regularly use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Required to regularly stand; walk; stoop, bend, or reach above head. Required to frequently sit. May be required to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 65 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Able to ascend and descend stairs. Continuously reach out to sort miscellaneous items. Physically & mentally able to work in an environment that may be subjected to a strict deadline and multiple projects. May be subjected to work extended and/or irregular hours. Able to work with power tools, accessories, and related materials. Able to plan and build utilizing power tools, accessories, and related materials. Able to work in an environment that may be subjected to occasional loud noises, hazardous materials, chemicals, etc. Disclaimer This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs. Equal Opportunity Statement The Company is an equal-opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally . click apply for full job details