HVAC Test Technician

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. Our 170,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles. Johnson Controls, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Test Technician will work on the Engineering Lab team that is part of the Unitary Products Group (UPG) for Johnson Controls. In this division we design, test, manufacture and assemble heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment for the light commercial and residential markets. Johnson Controls has two plants for UPG with approximately 1000 employees each; one in Norman, OK and the other in Wichita, KS. This position will be located in our Norman, OK plant and will report to the Engineering Lab Manager.

As an HVAC Test Technician, you will receive 3 weeks paid vacation, 40 hours sick leave and 13 paid holidays each year. We offer a competitive salary, 401k, Medical , Dental & Vision insurance options. No crawl spaces, attics or roof tops and you have the stability of a Monday thru Friday, 40 hour work week all year round. You will work in a climate-controlled HVAC engineering laboratory environment performing testing assignments and making unit modifications as needed.

What you will do:

• Prepare and install HVAC test units in the test facility in order to simulate field installation conditions. This includes but is not limited to evacuation and charging, duct connection, electrical connection, parts replacement, etc.
• Set up test facilities and connect data acquisition instruments according to general instructions and per test standard requirements
• Analyze test data and make modifications and adaptations to the test unit based upon analysis of the data
• Utilize computer software programs as required to run the test facility, conduct testing, collect and analyze test data
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean work area
• Other duties as required

What we look for:

• High school diploma or equivalent and vocational technical training in HVAC is preferred
• A minimum of two years HVAC related work/education experience.
• Thorough understanding of the refrigeration cycle, including function, definition and /or purpose of the following: Compressor, condenser, metering device, evaporator, superheat, sub cooling, BTU, etc.
• Demonstrated working knowledge and skills in such areas as reading wiring diagrams, modifying unit wiring and controls, instrumentation, electromechanical troubleshooting, and modification of prototypes
• Ability to braze using Oxy/Acetylene torch
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions based on analysis
• Ability to lift equipment, compressors units, motors, sheet metal parts, etc., up to 50lbs
• Ability to troubleshoot HVAC systems
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs, Outlook or other email programs