Laboratory Tech I

Job description

Employment Status: Regular Time Type: Full time BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.

Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary: Primary Function

Under guidance, direction and general supervision, sets-up, operates test equipment and conducts specific and routine tests. Disassembles and assembles test samples. Records technical data, drafts report, writes product descriptions. Notes and records substandard features of products. Acts as an assistant in complex or unusual tests, under guidance from senior staff. Maintains good housekeeping at all times.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

- Knowledge of a variety of CSA/UL standards, Canadian electrical codes; knowledge of electric and electronic circuits; troubleshooting electronic equipment.

- Knowledge or experience working high voltage or current.

- Knowledge on how to operate basic test equipment and measurement instruments such as: oscilloscope, power supplies, multi meters, power analyzers.

- Must be able to read, interpret and develop engineering drawings and test data.

- Sets-up and operates all test equipment and performs all tests within a certain product area; determines compliance with requirements and recommends the granting of certification; carries out specialized testing when required.

- Performs the tests in accordance with work orders issued by jobholders; conducts routine tests independently; acts as an assistant in complex or unusual tests, under guidance from senior staff or job holder when performing one or more phases of the test work (i.e. re-examination and audits & investigation tests).

- Records technical data, drafts report, writes product descriptions.

- Performs mathematical calculations required to summarize test results. Relates test results to product specification. Acts as a liaison with other departments as required by PGM.

- Maintains good housekeeping, taking care of safety and using PPE at all times.

- Assembles and disassembles test samples, hooks-up laboratory test equipment in preparation for testing; operates most laboratory test equipment.

- Notes and records discrepancies of products which may appear before or during the tests and refer them to PGM, Certifier or Senior Lab Tech.

- Performs other duties as assigned by Manager.

Work Environment

- Reports to the Product Group Manager.

- Peers are Certifiers, other Lab Techs, Admin staff, Calibration and Maintenance staff.

- Needs to be knowledgeable of safe practices; ability to move equipment around with assistance or independently; follow safety practices; maybe required to do shift work; ability to interact with internal customers as well as external with guidance; ability to use a variety of equipment to perform daily tasks.

- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting promised delivery dates.

- Ability to work independently and unsupervised, in a team-based work environment.

- Must be self-motivated and client-service oriented.

- Computer proficiency in Word processing, Microsoft Word, Excel

Education & Experience

- 3-year Electrical Engineering Technician (OACETT) or equivalent

- Electrical degree in engineering technology

- ASTT membership or equivalent

- 3-4 years of related experience

As per the collective agreement, the starting bi-weekly pay rate for a Lab Tech I is $2,914.00 CAD gross and $3,379.70 CAD gross for a Lab Tech II. CSA Group reserves the right to determine the appropriate level and pay step within the band, and this will depend on factors such as education, licenses, certifications and experience. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued. Please contact us at talentacquisition@csagroup.org if you require accommodation in the interview process.