Description

Shift details (Hours, Weekends or OT) 7AM-3:30PM, Weekends and overtime as needed.

• Days of the week: M-F

• Location: Charlotte, NC

• Department: R&D Reports To: Test Lab Manager

• Job Summary:

o Carrier is seeking a skilled and reliable Maintenance Mechanic to support the daily operations of our engineering labs. This individual will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide variety of mechanical, HVAC, and test equipment used in research and development testing. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience in a technical lab or manufacturing environment, and a commitment to safety and quality.

o Key Responsibilities:

 Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on lab infrastructure and HVAC test equipment.

 Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on compressors, pumps, chillers, heat exchangers, valves, and related components.

 Support installation and commissioning of new test rigs and lab systems, including mechanical hookups, alignments, and calibrations.

 Maintain accurate service logs and preventive maintenance records.

 Conduct inspections and safety checks of lab utilities, including chilled water, compressed air, refrigerant systems, and electrical interfaces.

 Follow and enforce safety protocols and lab operating procedures and regulatory guidelines.

 Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lab maintenance workspace and inventory.

o Required Qualifications:

 High school diploma or GED

 Minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical maintenance or HVAC systems in a lab, manufacturing, or industrial setting.

 Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment manuals.

 Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and test instruments.

 Understanding of safety procedures

Key Responsibilities:

This position is for an Engineering Laboratory Services and Support Technician who is under general supervision. Performs basic to moderately complex set-up and tear down activities of large water cooled chillers.

Role Purpose:

•\tConnect and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and refrigeration systems on Charlotte manufactured equipment.

•\tOperates, inspects and maintains test setups and equipment to detect malfunctions

•\tFamiliarity with electrical work, and medium voltage industrial power supplies.

•\tFamiliarity with HVAC operation, refrigerant handling, and EPA certification is a plus

•\tExperience with pumps, VFDs, boilers, is a plus

•\tWorks under moderate supervision to support engineering testing of chillers.

•\tFamiliarity with industrial tools

Familiarity with electrical work, including 460-3-60 machinery

Familiarity with HVAC operation, refrigerant handling, and EPA certification is a plus

Experience with pumps, VFDs, boilers, control valves, and PLC operation is a plus

LO/TO controls troubleshooting and Arc Flash training is helpful

Works under moderate supervision to provide technical support to engineers on a variety of engineering tasks

Performs basic to moderately complex technical tasks which contribute to the planning and execution of engineering projects

Operates, inspects and maintains test setups and equipment to detect malfunctions

Collaborates with higher-level support staff to confer with engineers on details and implications of test procedures and results

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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