Lab Technician

What You Will Do:

• Assemble prototypes using off the shelf, pre-designed and custom-made parts based on the engineer’s specifications. This can include sketch-level design, building or locally sourcing custom parts on-the-go to meet prototype assembling deadlines and functionality levels
• Prepare prototypes for testing incl. disassembling, assembling, wiring, filling with coolant, etc.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for in-house built equipment on the design and component selection stage, sourcing major components, assembling, testing and startup.
• Maintain large infrastructure equipment including but not limited to: chillers, colling towers, thermal chambers, etc.
• Support other activities around the lab when needed.
• Maintain safe work practices by adhering to company safety policies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of related work experience in prototyping, plumbing, hydronics, HVAC/Refrigeration or machining.
• Handy with proven ability to think outside the box for non-common problems.
• Able to find quick, elegant, and cost-effective solutions on the go.
• Desire to constantly learn new skills.
• Work in a fast-paced technology company on projects that sometimes involve a lot of unknown or fast-changing requirements.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Self motivated and proactive.
• Ability to prioritize based on the workload and project priorities.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in lab, R&D, or light manufacturing/assembly environments.
• Reach truck and sit down forklift certification.
• Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT, An Ecolab Company is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally.
• Recognized as one of “The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023” by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT's rapid growth is capturing global attention.
• As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team
• During pre-screening, we may use an AI tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and/or interview scheduling. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-hire background checks as a condition of employment.

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