Job Title:
ASSOCIATE TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Automotive

Company: Southwest Research Institute

Location: San Antonio, TX

Created: 2024-04-20

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Who We Are: We are the Fuels and Lubricants Division! We perform testing on different types of vehicles, from compact cars to tractor-trailers, off-road equipment, and internal combustion engines from lawn mowers to locomotives. By joining our team, you will receive an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck, minus applicable taxes. Objectives of this Role: Through on-the-job training, you will have the opportunity to work with various types of engines in a hands-on environment.Learn about the fuel and lubricant testing we provide.Provide fuel and lubricant testing for various clients on different test types in a safe manner. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Follow all written test procedures and written and verbal instructions. Communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and project leaders regarding tests.Prepare for engine testing by installing and removing test accessories on engines and equipment on test stands. Calibrate test equipment used to measure engine performance.Observe, monitor, and record test information in a logbook or test cell computer. Prepare and label samples.Perform routine engine/ stand maintenance. Maintain a clean work environment and comply with all safety regulations.Maintain standards for working in an environment with high noise levels, fumes, and heat around potentially hazardous material during testing. Requirements: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Automotive courses preferred, but not requiredShift work required.0-2 years: Vocational or commercial gasoline or diesel automotive experience.0-1 years: Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications i.e. Excel and MS WordDue to project needs, weekends, holidays, overtime, shift work as well as a need to work on scheduled days off with advanced notice may be requested.Exposure to solvents, fuels and lubricants; i.e. pentane, gasoline, solvent, diesel, jet fuel, acetone, heptane, ethanol.Must follow and adhere to safety requirements and work various shifts/ overtime as needed.A valid/clear drivers license is required. Special Requirements: Job Locations: San Antonio, TexasFor more information about this division, visit the Fuels & Lubricants Research home page. For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here. For benefits information at all other locations, click here. An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disabled/Veteran Committed to Diversity in the Workplace If you need assistance with completing the application, please Contact UsBack To TopLabel // var gExemptGroup = Hourly;var gResAppType = HOURLY;var gSubmittedFl = N;var gHasResume = ;var gHasWorkHistory = ; $(document).ready(function () { //if (window.screen.availWidth // $(#tblMain).css(width, 100%); // $(*).css(font-size, x-large); // $(body).css(margin, 5px); // jsSocials.shares.X = { label: X, logo: Images/x-logo.jpg, shareUrl: + encodeURIComponent(document.location.href) + &text=Job%20Details, countUrl: , renderer: function () { var $result = $(); var $link = $().attr(target, _blank).attr(href, this.shareUrl).addClass(jssocials-share-link); var $img = $().attr(src, this.logo).addClass(jssocials-share-logo); $link.append($img); $result.append($link); return $result; ; $(#share).jsSocials({ showLabel: false, showCount: false, shares: [X, facebook, linkedin, pinterest, whatsapp, email] ); $(.jssocials-share-email a).prop(href, $(#lnkMailLink).prop(href)); $(.jssocials-share-link).attr(aria-label, Link to share content on socials); );