Lab Technician - Combustibility Lab

A Day in the Life and the Impact You’ll Make:

The Lab Technician is responsible for assembling laboratory scale pressure test equipment and troubleshooting equipment in our Combustibility Lab. Conduct tests, collect data, and report results to the supervisor.

What You’ll Do:

• Plan, set-up and trouble shoot pressure lab scale reactors.
• Conduct standard and non-standard high temperature / pressure testing with minimal supervision.
• Set up and calibrate laboratory testing system in coordination with test engineer.
• Must be able to trouble shoot problems, learn laboratory testing procedures.
• Manage and report data in a professional manner.
• Maintain test equipment.

What You’ll Bring:

• Must have basic working knowledge with pressure vessels, lab equipment, pipes and pressure fittings.
• Laboratory work experience in similar field, pilot scale plant setting a plus.
• Must have good written and communications skills.
• Experience in laboratory setting with data acquisition systems.
• Associate’s degree or 1-2 years relevant work experience.

Physical Considerations: 

• This is a lab-based position with extended periods of computer-based work.
• Occasional lifting (less than 50 lbs).
• Ability to move and conduct work with full range of motion.
• Extended periods of computer-based work
• Extended periods of standing
• Will be required to climb stairs to access equipment
• Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection and other associated personal protective equipment.
• Physical requirements are: sitting, walking, standing, use of stairs
• The position is located in a hazardous testing facility; must be able to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency.
• May work around and/or be exposed to chemicals and/or chemical fumes
• May work around and/or be exposed to chemical, electrical, and mechanical hazards
• May be exposed to potential loud noise levels
• May be exposed to potential dust, allergens and irritants
• May be exposed to controlled substances
• May be exposed to pharmaceuticals
• May work with extreme temperatures
• Personal protection equipment are furnished

What You’ll Receive for the Value You Bring:

Compensation: 

The base pay for this position is $20.00 per hour to $22.00 per hour. Actual pay is based on several factors including position-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

 Benefits:

DEKRA North America strives to provide a competitive benefits package to colleagues and promotes physical, emotional, and financial well-being.  Colleagues can self-select from our benefits to create a package unique to their needs.  These benefits include access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health well-being resources, and opportunities to learn and develop.  Below is a list of benefits we offer our colleagues:

Health & Well-being Benefits:

• Health care benefits: medical & prescription, dental, vision (including Domestic Partners)
• Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity supplemental insurance
• Company Health Savings Account contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays
• Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program to increase activity and health habits, with ability to earn participation rewards
• Paid Parental Leave
• Travel Assist (Domestic/International)

Financial Benefits:

• Participation in a 401(k) plan, with an employer match
• Company paid Short- & Long-Term Disability benefits
• Group term life insurance with options to buy-up for self and others
• Working Advantage – DEKRA’s official corporate discount program

Growth and Development Benefits:

• Education Assistance Program
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Internal training and development resources to grow your career
• Annual Career Goal Setting and Performance Review cycle participation

This list provides an overview of benefits provided for US-based colleagues; the DEKRA North America Employee Benefits Guide outlines plan details and further related eligibility requirements. 

Additional Position Details:

• Reports to:  Laboratory Manager
• Work Model: On-site
• Work Location: DEKRA Process Safety - 113 Campus Dr Princeton, NJ 08540, USA
• Supervises Others: No
• Status: Full-time, Regular
• FLSA Classification: Non-exempt (entitled to overtime pay)
• Visa Sponsorship Eligibility:  This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
• Relocation Eligibility: This position is not eligible for relocation.

About Us:

As a global provider of comprehensive services and solutions, we help our customers improve their safety, security, and sustainability outcomes. DEKRA is the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification (TIC) companies offering innovative professional services in the fields of vehicle inspection, expert appraisals, industrial product testing & certification, management system certifications, leadership consulting, and much more.  DEKRA is a purpose-driven organization with a deep passion to make the world a safer place on the road, at work, and at home.  In DEKRA, you will be part of a continuously growing organization with a near 100-year history involved in more than 50 countries on five continents.

We hope you’ll consider a career with DEKRA North America as we strive to become the Global Partner for a Safe World!

DEKRA North America is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEKRA North America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email dekra.hr.na@dekra.com, or call 1 (770) 971-3788. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Salary : $20 - $22