Certifier I Professionals

• Handles a narrow spectrum of projects generating moderate revenue levels
• Demonstrates a good understanding of the company certification process, accreditation requirements and governing quality management procedures.
• Demonstrates understanding of and the ability to accurately perform all elements of evaluation (contract review, evaluation and determine a test plan) under supervision.
• Demonstrates understanding of all elements involved in testing for specific standards (select proper tests, understand past fail criteria and rational) under supervision.
• Conducts construction evaluation, ensuring the unit complies with the construction section of the standard; identifies rationale for compliance or non-compliance.
• Collaborates with Lab Technician to create a work order which test are required and; the order of the tests and the number of samples required.
• Classifies product by use, environment and function. Determines the applicable requirements / test / standard. Determines sample requirements and method / location for testing evaluation best suited to customers needs. Conducts pre-assessment with mentor assistance, of equipment to ensure the unit is equipped with the proper components and agrees with the construction indicated on the work order and submittal information.
• Works with mentor to ensure completion or projects within time frame deadlines. With mentor assistance, evaluates products against requirements of national and / or international standards. With assistance, prepares work orders for the test program. Works in collaboration with Lab personnel to determine applicable tests. Assists test personal and perform test when required.
• Prepares Findings Communications, Certification reports, Certificates of Compliance and other related CSA documentation for the mentor.

Experience / Qualifications / Compatencies :

• Prepares Test Lab Work Orders and Special Testing Documentation.
• Provides necessary guidance to Lab Technicians to ensure proper application of requirements and data collections methods are in line.
• Set-ups and operates all test equipment within an assigned product area with supervision.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the test method for common tests and ability to correctly specify a test plan.
• Demonstrates the ability to record and report evaluation, tests and calculations capturing all relevant data required by each standard with supervision.
• Conducts witness test programs at manufacturer s accredited laboratory as needed with supervision.
• Bachelors degree / diploma in Engineering with 3 - 5 years of job related experience
• Knowledge of Laboratory instrumentation, including operating principles and calibration procedures, as well as general Laboratory procedures
• Demonstrates the ability to correctly use all CSA and standard office software
• Presents written and verbal communication in a clear manner using the appropriate template with only minimal checking by a supervisor
• Has good interpersonal skills and works well with all members of the team, treating others with respect and promotes co-operation
• Self-motivated and client-service oriented
• Computer proficiency (Word processing); keyboarding
• Strong problem-solving skills, detail oriented, strong organizational, time, and project management skills
• Use of various lab equipment, instruments and tools
• Ability to read, interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and test data