Electrical Test Technician/ Laboratory Technician- Centralia, MO

A Day In The Life

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform product testing of electrical utility products by operating test equipment in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory.
• Execute test plans using established laboratory procedures, quality documents, and industry standards.
• Prepare accurate test reports describing test objects, equipment used, procedures, and results.
• Make routine technical decisions within approved procedures and escalate abnormal conditions or results.
• Review collected test data for basic accuracy and consistency with test plans.
• Participate in laboratory support activities including calibration, maintenance, training, cleaning, safety, and improvement projects.
• Collaborate with engineers and peers to support product development, R&D, and design/process changes.
• Comply with laboratory safety, quality, and accreditation requirements at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of a 2-year post-secondary education or training program (associate degree, trade school, military training, or approved formal OJT).
• Relevant experience with product testing, electricity, power generation, automation, machining, or laboratory operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Preferred but not required

• Experience with drafting or design software (e.g. Autodesk, Solid Works, etc).
• Exposure to data acquisition systems, basic programming, or PLC-based systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards (IEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASTM, ISO, CSA, etc).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs;
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions;
• Ability to travel on business-related trips;
• Ability to communicate;
• Ability to work on a personal computer or laboratory equipment as required.