FES Technician - Sioux Falls, SD

Job Description

Part time position of 24 hours a week covering four days (averaging 6 hours per day), possibility of expanding to additional hours based on workload. Ability to bend, stand, walk, and climb during the inspection day, working at heights up to 15 feet above ground.

Responsibilities

• Witnessing performance testing of water pumps, low voltage systems and line voltage electrical power sources on automotive fire apparatus / municipal fire pumpers and aerial devices.
• Performs safety and non-safety certification inspections, analyzes and evaluates examination and test results against applicable requirements.
• Uses technical judgment to determine whether noncompliance variations compromise the continued application
• May audit customer quality management or assurance programs.
• Has the authority to exercise independent discretion and judgment when making technical decisions. Interprets and analyzes examination and test results against UL requirements, verifying the accuracy of manufacturers measuring equipment and reviewing production and inspection records.
• Periodically reviews manufacturers programs of production, inspection, and shipping to ensure products are produced and marked in compliance with UL requirements.
• Evaluates and facilitates options for corrective action where variations from UL requirements are noted.
• Understands construction and test acceptance criteria and requirements of applicable sections of Standards, procedures for Special Competency required categories. Communicates with manufacturers and customers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction and others to conduct non-safety and safety certification inspections.
• Discusses procedures, test methods, test results, sample selection and variations in products, devices, processes, systems and materials as necessary to resolve problems, implement changes to existing requirements or help develop new requirements.
• Uses instruments to perform inspections, such as micrometers, voltmeters and other UL supplied equipment to meet UL requirements.
• Confirms proper calibration of manufacturers measuring equipment and may perform calibration of UL supplied equipment.
• Documents examination, variations and test results to appropriate UL forms. Good computer skills are necessary
• Read and follow the UL Solutions Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs other duties as directed.
  
  

Qualifications

Fluency in English is required.

• Preferred applicant has an understanding of quality systems, previous experience preferred.
• Candidate must possess a strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and technical ability.
• Strong verbal communications skills, and client-interfacing skills.
• Ability to work outside throughout the year and inside production facilities for witnessed performance testing is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, both assisted and unassisted, work in confined spaces and elevated areas required.
• Good mechanical reasoning, experience with automotive and electrical systems a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet the client's expectations at multiple work locations.
• Punctual, responsible, attention to detail, and self-motivation are necessary.
• Dependable personal transportation is required to visit client locations in Southeast South Dakota and Southwest Minnesota, this role is based in the Sioux Falls, SD area.
  
  

What we offer:

• Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career . The estimated salary range for this part time position is $35,000 to $45,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide part-time employees with paid time off including vacation (9 days), holiday including personal days (11 days) and sick time off (72 hours).
  
  

Learn More:

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About Us

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

About The Team

If you like getting out and about, you’ll love being part of our Field Engineering team. We travel to companies and manufacturing facilities all over the world to carry out risk-based inspections and ensure the integrity of existing certifications — we perform over 3,000 site visits every single day. It could be testing the fire doors at a school, checking a fire truck or even inspecting the New Year’s Eve ball in Times Square. Every day’s different and there’s always a new challenge to face. If you love an adventure, join our team and take your career to new and exciting places.