- Company:
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. - Location:
Northbrook, IL 60008 - Salary/Wage:
40,000.00 - 40,000.00 USD /year
Overtime pay - Status:
Full Time
Temporary/Contract/Project - Job Category:
Building Construction/Skilled Trades - Occupations:
Electrician - Industry:
Engineering Services - Work Experience:
1+ to 2 Years - Career Level:
Experienced (Non-Manager) - Education:
Associate Degree
- Company:
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. - Reference Code:
42072
TEMPORARY Laboratory Technician
Lighting Experience Required - Full-time Temporary position To Apply: visit www.ul.com/careers and click on “Career Opportunities”, then click “Job Search” type IRC42072 in keyword search. Responsible for the setup and performance of a variety of tests within areas of responsibility where working knowledge of the underlying scientific and engineering fundamentals is required. Provides feedback regarding laboratory procedures and testing issues. May initiate recommendations for new equipment designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems. May train staff in specific test methods. Performs other duties as directed. Required Skills: Strong Mechanical/Electrical, mechanical assembly, electrical testing, flex testing on cables, oven heat testing, some plumbing helpful, Takes initiative. Lighting, wire and cable, connectors, etc. Lighting/Power distribution Labs environment. To Apply: visit www.ul.com/careers and click on “Career Opportunities”, then click “Job Search” type IRC42072 in keyword search. UL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity.Examines test samples and reads measuring instruments, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and operational instructions. Evaluates test performance, provides feedback regarding issues and/or problems with test and data sheets and reviews test and construction data with supervisor.Directs, builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations, based on data sheets and instructions from engineering department personnel. May train staff in specific test methods. May initiate recommendations for new equipment designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems. Operates designated machines that may include furnaces, ovens, hydraulic equipment, electrical test equipment, temperature indicating devices, tensile testers, analytical balances, meters, hand tools, personal computer, and special laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrometers, environmental chambers with consoles, Steiner furnace, and radiation measuring devices. Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area.Receives instructions from and reports data to engineers and other laboratory personnel. May communicate with clients during the setup and performance of a test to demonstrate or otherwise illustrate equipment test methods and/or to discuss test results. Communicates with UL field representatives to discuss additional follow-up tests, samples, equipment, methods and/or results.Records observed or calculated data on appropriate UL forms and prepares data sheets and reports, as directed.Integrates continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.Performs other duties as directed.
