Job Description

Description

Ice-O-Matic has been a leading manufacturer of commercial ice machines and ice storage bins for the food service industry around the world since 1952. Ice-O-Matic serves a variety of industry segments including health care, education, hotels, convenience stores, restaurants and bars, office and workplace. Ice-O-Matic is committed to delivering high quality products through efficient and innovative production processes. We are seeking a skilled Laboratory Technician I to join our dynamic team.

Job Title: Lab Technician I                                                                        Location: Denver    

Department: Engineering                                                                          Classification: Salary

Reports to: Engineering Lab Manager                                                       Rev Date: 03/13/2025

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Engineering Lab Manager, this position is responsible for executing engineering tests on commercial ice makers. This includes test set-up, monitoring of tests, documentation of test results, and troubleshooting equipment errors during tests. The tests are carried out according to test procedures and standards. This person is also responsible for the cleanliness and safety of the life test area, engineering model shop, environmental test chambers and data acquisition systems. This position is technical and hands on in nature.

Measurements:

Success in this position is defined by the following:

• Ability to perform tests by following test procedures accurately
• Ability to reliably collect and record accurate test results
• Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize tasks appropriately

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs work related to testing ice machines, including setup, connection, operation, monitoring, and documentation of various tests 60%
• Building and modifying ice machines for prototype development under the supervision and direction of product engineers 15%
• Building test enclosures for simulating installation alcoves, which involves the use of power saws and various other power tools 5%
• Operation of general lab equipment such as scales, overhead hoist, pallet jack, various power tools, leak detection tools, and hand tools 5%
• Recovering refrigerant, evacuating refrigeration systems, and accurately charging refrigerant into refrigeration systems 10%
• Organize and maintain a safe and clean work area in the engineering model shop, life test area, and environmental chambers and data acquisition systems. 5%

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• Experience with HVAC or refrigeration repair, maintenance or testing
• Experience using fabrication / metal working equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform work within defined procedures as well as the ability to adapt with changing or specialized situations in the job.
• Skilled at planning their own work to meet defined work plans, schedules and objectives.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products required, especially Microsoft Excel
• High mechanical aptitude, general understanding of electricity
• The ability to read and interpret engineering prints
• Ability to sit, and or stand for 8 – 10 hours a day
• Ability to lift to 45lbs
• Ability to kneel, squat and bend
• Ability to push/pull

Essential Behaviors

Ice-O-Matic capitalizes on the strength of teamwork and communication. We provide organizational support and expect our team to be dependable and establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and, or external customers. We are motivated to meet our commitments by responding promptly to our customers’ needs and improve our service by using feedback from our internal and external stakeholders. Our laboratory is committed to objectivity, impartiality, and integrity with the goal of providing accurate test data to the requesting engineer.

WHY WORK AT ICE-O-MATIC?

Ice-O-Matic offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits packages. As well as opportunities for professional growth and development. We thrive in fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

The annual base salary for this position is $48,000 - $58,000. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to the base salary this position is eligible for an annual profit-sharing bonus.

We are looking for talented individuals to join our growing company. Individuals who enjoy working with others, driving results, and having fun. If you have a passion for making great products, making a difference, and creating an amazing customer experience, then please submit your application and  resume by visiting our website: www.iceomatic.com and select about, careers. 

Application deadline: May 30, 2025, 12:00 p.m. MST. Ice-O-Matic is an equal employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws