Laboratory Technician

• Responsible for the setup and performance of equipment and test setups for clients.
• Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment for performance of tests.
• Examines test samples and reads blueprints schematics wiring diagrams measuring instruments and operational instructions.
• Follows basically defined test plans and datasheets.
• Evaluates test performance and sample operation to properly evaluate test results.
• Records and explains test results and completes test report.
• Builds and/or adapts setup and test equipment to new situations based on data sheets and instructions from engineering department personnel.
• May direct staff in test setups.
• Examines less complex customer samples and learns to operate appropriate tests for each case with necessary supervision/support.
• Communicates with customers during setup and operation to ensure proper evaluation.
• Operates designated machines and special laboratory equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and laboratory area.
• May perform basic calibration of test equipment.
• Reads and understands specific test standards and testing technology for scope of responsibility with necessary supervision/support.
• Initiates recommendations for new equipment designs and recommends solutions to observed test problems.
• Receives instructions from and reports data to engineers and engineering management.
• May communicate with clients during test setups to discuss test methods and/or test results.
• Operates with minimal supervision within defined limits of responsibility.
• Records observed or calculated data on appropriate Client forms and prepares data sheets and test reports.
• May plan tests evaluate test results and report opinions and interpretations as directed.
• Integrates basic continuous improvement concepts and techniques into all aspects of the job.
• Communicates with management and technical staff to provide suggestions for new equipment processes and forms to improve accuracy and efficiencies.

• Proven experience in construction with hands-on skills in carpentry concrete work and general building techniques.
• Ability to perform tasks such as framing steel stud walls hanging drywall and using tools like impact drills and rotary drills.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic lab environment where daily tasks vary and may include building mock environments for testing (e.g. constructing wall assemblies).
• Ability to work effectively with long-tenured team members showing humility respect and a willingness to learn from others.
• Strong foundational knowledge of construction principles and safety practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Certification or demonstrated experience operating powered industrial equipment such as forklifts or overhead cranes.
• Familiarity with lab or testing environments is a plus.

About us: DivIHN the IT Asset Performance Services organization provides Professional Consulting Custom Projects and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization Specialization and Collaboration. DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race color religion (creed) gender gender expression age national origin (ancestry) disability marital status sexual orientation or military status.