About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
If you are an HVACR professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Sidney, OH location, you will work in conjunction with product engineers to design, develop, and qualify compressors for HVACR systems. To maintain our role as a global leader of compression solutions we continually seek talented and ambitious technicians to work in our engineering laboratories. We are seeking a 1st shift AC laboratory technician to contribute to our growth and continued innovation.
AS A MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN, YOU WILL:
· Set up and install compressors and support compressor electronics for test purposes.
· Operate laboratory test equipment including gas cycle stands, calorimeters, durability life test stands, data acquisition systems, and other measuring equipment used to acquire compressor performance characteristics.
· Follow engineering laboratory test instructions to test developmental compressors and/or Air Conditioning compressors, which may include compressor assembly.
· Fabricate supporting test fixtures and controls required for non-standard tests or builds.
· Review test data for compliance with applicable test data standards.
· You will be responsible for completing required tests or builds and communicating test results with engineers.
· You will provide input on optimizing work processes to improve the overall efficiency of the lab
· Perform various tasks related to the upkeep of the lab.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:
· Associates degree or two to three (2-3) years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
· Must have basic HVAC/R, mechanical, and electrical skills
· Must have troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
· Must have personal computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office programs
· Legal Authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.
SCHEDULE:
This position is on 1st shift and would consist of five-eight-hour workdays and would be eligible for voluntary overtime.
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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Copeland is a global leader in sustainable climate solutions. We help commercial, industrial, refrigeration and residential customers reduce their carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency.
We are addressing issues like climate change, growing populations, electricity demands, and complex global supply chains with innovations that:
Advance energy transition in heating, cooling and cold chain solutions.
Accelerate the adoption of refrigerants that reduced climate impact.
Safeguard critical goods like food and medicine through the refrigerated supply chain (cold chain).
Sustainability has been at the heart of who we are for over 100 years.
We are backed by 18,000 talented colleagues globally with feet on the ground in more than 40 countries – a global presence that makes it possible to serve customers wherever they are in the world and meet challenges with scale and speed. Our industry-leading brands and diversified portfolio deliver innovation and technology proven in over 200 million installations worldwide.
Together, we create sustainable solutions that improve lives and protect the planet today and for future generations.