R & D HVAC Engineering Technician I (Crew 3)

About the Role

The R&D HVAC Engineering Technician supports engineers in research, development, testing, and maintenance of engineering systems and equipment. Responsibilities include conducting tests, experiments, and calibration procedures to ensure accurate and reliable results, as well as collecting, recording, and analyzing data to provide insights to project teams. The role also involves operating and maintaining a variety of technical equipment and instruments, troubleshooting technical issues that arise during testing or operation, and implementing solutions to maintain project continuity. Accurate records, logs, and documentation of testing procedures, results, and equipment maintenance activities are kept for future reference and analysis. • Support engineers in research, development, testing, and maintenance of HVAC systems. • Conduct tests, experiments, and calibrations to ensure accuracy and reliability. • Collect, record, and analyze test data to generate actionable insights. • Operate and maintain technical equipment and instruments used in projects. • Identify and troubleshoot technical issues, implementing effective solutions. • Maintain detailed records, logs, and documentation of procedures and equipment. • Ensure compliance with quality standards, regulations, and project requirements. • Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and team members to meet project goals. • Follow safety protocols to promote a safe working environment. • Locate parts, diagrams, and drawings independently using the AAON database. • Apply analytical problem‑solving abilities in a fast‑paced environment. • Work in an office, test lab, and manufacturing facility with seasonal temperature extremes, dust, and chemical fumes. • Perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lb, climbing, stooping, and prolonged standing or sitting.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸hvac testing
• ▸calibration
• ▸data collection
• ▸equipment maintenance
• ▸troubleshooting
• ▸record keeping

What You Bring

Compliance with quality standards, regulations, and procedures is essential to meet project objectives and industry requirements. The technician collaborates closely with engineers, technicians, and other team members to achieve project goals and deadlines, contributing to a productive and cohesive work environment. Safety protocols and guidelines are strictly followed to promote a safe working environment and minimize risks to personnel and equipment. The technician demonstrates the ability to locate parts, diagrams, and drawings independently within the AAON database. Candidates must hold a two‑year HVAC degree from a technical school and have 1‑3 years of HVAC industry experience or equivalent. EPA 608 and A2L certifications are required, and additional education or experience is considered an advantage for career development. Key competencies include effective communication, strong attention to detail, analytical problem‑solving, teamwork, task management, and efficiency in a fast‑paced environment. • Hold a two‑year HVAC degree from a technical school. • Possess 1‑3 years of HVAC industry experience or equivalent. • Hold EPA 608 and A2L certifications. • Demonstrate effective communication and strong attention to detail.

Requirements

• ▸hvac degree
• ▸hvac experience
• ▸epa 608
• ▸a2l cert
• ▸communication
• ▸problem solving

Benefits

The work environment consists of an office setting with periodic visits to a test lab and manufacturing facility that experience seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and occasional chemical fumes. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lb, climbing, stooping, and prolonged sitting or standing.

Work Environment

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