Battery Lab Technician I

About the role

Intertek is seeking a Battery Lab Technician I to join our Electrical team in Cortland, New York. This role supports daily activities within a battery lab facility to help maintain a safe, clean and efficient work environment. The assigned duties will vary day to day and will include working closely with engineering staff and communicating with outside vendors and customers in support of ordering supplies or shipping samples.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with test set-up and tear-down of equipment and instrumentation
• Perform shipping/receiving duties of batteries, including logging in samples
• Assist Battery Testing Lead in executing product-specific test plans and procedures based on a specific set of instructions
• 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
• Handle hazardous materials and follow general laboratory safety practices
• Diligent 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
• Battery lab cleanup; prepare and coordinate disposal of samples and lab waste
• Daily cleanup and maintenance of projects, work equipment, work site, vehicles and organizing all tools and materials
• Operate forklift for loading/unloading of samples
• Attend mandatory training sessions on new products, installation methodology, and safety
• Perform preventative maintenance on lab equipment
• Perform other work as required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in machining, construction, electronics, lab environment, manufacturing facility and/or combination of technical education and experience
• Must possess a valid unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook)
• Model Intertek's 10X Energies at all times within the work place, practicing business the right way
• 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 review, understand, and convey technical information in an effective manner
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions
• 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
• Must be customer focused and quality driven
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to travel, up to 15%

Preferred qualifications

• Trade school certification or associate's degree in technical field
• 3+ years of relatable experience
• Basic understanding of the chemistry and operation of lithium ion batteries
• Familiarity with glove box operations
• Experience diagnosing issues with HVAC equipment and implementing resolutions
• Experience working safely around and hands-on with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) or related technologies is a plus

Pay

$22/hr-$26/hr

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous vacation/sick time (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement