Current has completed the acquisition of Hubbell® Incorporated’s commercial and industrial (C&I) lighting business, creating a premier end-to-end lighting solutions business. This brought together two iconic businesses with deep innovation heritage, strong brands and application expertise and allows Current to be strategically positioned to now focus all investments into lighting and controls solutions. We have an enhanced distribution footprint and digital tools to service customer needs more easily, quickly and efficiently, and strong new product pipelines and shared patented technologies to deliver added value to customers. Primary office locations are Cleveland, OH and Greenville, SC, with centers of expertise locations in Austin, TX, Rolling Meadows, IL and Quebec, Canada. Manufacturing operations reside in Hendersonville, NC, Pittsburgh, PA, Plympton, MA, Christiansburg, VA, Acuna, MX and Tijuana, MX.

The Lab Technician supports Current Technology’s product development efforts as a member of the laboratory team. The laboratory team is involved in performing safety testing of finished lighting products. The Lab Technician is responsible for the set-up of test samples, set up of test stations, logging and monitoring test data, troubleshooting, and reporting completed test results. All tests are performed to UL and CSA requirements. This position also interacts with our Engineering teams as our customers.

This role will be onsite and requirements are 20-30 hours/week.

Essential Functions:

• Setup test samples and test stations according to UL 1598 and 924 standards
• Conduct UL and CSA safety tests according to UL 1598 and 924 standards
• Compile test results into test reports
• Enter/upload data electronically and manage electronic test results/record storage
• Follow prescribed certification and Laboratory Quality Management System processes
• Comply with all lab rules and regulations, and certification requirements for assigned projects
• Investigate, and aid in troubleshooting of suspicious test result data
• Assist in external and internal audits,
• Ensure that equipment is properly handled, stored, and maintained to protect the integrity of calibration or service

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in identifying and implementing continuous improvement projects
• Support the upgrade of testing equipment
• Follow all area safety rules
• Maintain good housekeeping practices of all laboratory areas
• Maintain instrumentation as needed

• Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or in an Applied Science program (preferred with 2 years’ experience in a lab testing environment)
• Knowledge of fundamental electrical and electronic concepts, practices and procedures applied to testing and measurement equipment, operation, and troubleshooting
• Competency in MS Word and Excel
• Customer service interaction skills
• Lifting up to 50 lb. for installation of test sample on test equipment

Preferred:

• Knowledge and experience using Lighting Standards (UL 1598, UL 924, etc.)
• Prefer 2+ years in Certification environment working with Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory

Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to follow verbal and written work instructions
• Customer service interaction skills
• General knowledge and experience using hand tools and power tools
• Well-organized and excellent with details
• Able to work well independently and as part of a team

Compensation

The position has a compensation package inclusive of base, bonus (if eligible), benefits, 401k contribution, time off, recognition awards and more.  This salary range is 25.00-26.00/hour. 

Current is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.  At Current, we are Always On and working to improve lives with the industry's most expansive portfolio of sustainable advanced lighting and intelligent controls that reliably meet our customers' needs. Learn more at CurrentLighting.com