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We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Technician to join our Fire Protection Lab team in Northbrook, IL. This is a 2nd shift position, running Monday through Friday from 1 PM to 9 PM, focused on large-scale fire testing of wire and cable products. The role involves physical work in a demanding lab environment and offers the opportunity to contribute directly to safety testing processes.

Lab Environment:

The Fire Protection Lab includes three burn chambers, including a two-story riser chamber used for large-scale fire tests. The work is physically intensive, involving:

+ Heavy lifting, bending, stooping, and ladder climbing]

+ Use of respirators due to exposure to toxic smoke, dust, and debris

+ Operation of forklifts and hand pallet jacks for sample handling

+ A dirty and dynamic environment requiring safety awareness and physical resilience

+ Set up and operate test equipment and burn chambers for fire testing

+ Build and adapt test setups based on datasheets and engineering instructions

+ Examine test samples and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams

+ Conduct tests following defined plans and record results accurately

+ Evaluate sample performance and document findings in test reports

+ Perform routine maintenance and basic calibration of lab equipment

+ Communicate with clients and internal teams during test setups and execution

+ Maintain a clean and organized lab area

+ Support continuous improvement initiatives and suggest process enhancements

+ Use Labware to build samples, manage data packages, and close projects

+ Set up and operate test equipment and burn chambers for fire testing

+ Build and adapt test setups based on datasheets and engineering instructions

+ Examine test samples and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams

+ Conduct tests following defined plans and record results accurately

+ Evaluate sample performance and document findings in test reports

+ Perform routine maintenance and basic calibration of lab equipment

+ Communicate with clients and internal teams during test setups and execution

+ Maintain a clean and organized lab area

+ Support continuous improvement initiatives and suggest process enhancements

+ Use Labware to build samples, manage data packages, and close projects

Pay Transparency Verbiage:

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career . The estimated salary range for this position is $42,000 to $56,000 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 full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

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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.

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Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.