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Weathering Technician

Weathering Technician

Ametek

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

AMETEK rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 142 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

The Weathering Technician plays a key role in supporting the Weathering Service Group (AWSG) in Phoenix, Arizona preparing, exposing, retrieving, and evaluating test specimens according to client specifications and industry standards. This hands-on role involves both laboratory and outdoor field work, requiring attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to follow precise procedures.
Schedule: Tuesday - Friday: 8:30 to 5PM; Saturday: 8:00 to 4:30PM.
Work Environment: Outdoor position with regular exposure to warm weather conditions.
Key Responsilbities:
  • Assists with receipt and shipping of incoming and outgoing test samples.
  • Prepares specimens for exposure by mounting and exposing as per client requirements.
  • Set up new orders, log specimen into computer using AWSG database.
  • According to list, acquires folder, retrieves samples, marks location, completes paperwork (sign and date).
  • Retrieves specimen for evaluation according to daily work list of tests due.
  • Evaluates specimens at the designated intervals both in the laboratory or field, per industry standards and client specifications.
  • Performes washes and measures gloss, distinctness of image (DOI), color, haze, and optical property readings at the scheduled itervals, using appropriate equipment as per the applicable standards.
  • Verification/ Standardization of instruments on a daily basis, or as needed by specification and company policy.
  • Generates reports for clients
  • Returns samples to field for resumption of testing.
  • Performs field inspections (visual) and/or field washes, as per folder instructions; enters into computer.
  • Machine/Testing equipment housekeeping
  • Perform visual inspections utilizing weathering degradation knowledge
  • Able to calibrate machines, complete necessary logs and records relating to preventative maintenance.
  • May communicate with customers regarding industry standards (to explain the standards), provide test results, discuss changes in evaluations (as required by client) if needed.
  • Able to effectively answer client questions and concerns via telephone, fax, email, or while visiting the site if needed.
  • Demonstrates an advanced knowledge of departmental activities, cross-trained in most activities within the department, and able to facilitate the workflow within the department.
  • Coordinates projects and solve problems for customers, vendors and quality auditors.
  • Provides training, coaching and revises work instructions and policies.
  • Performs field checks and patrols of the machine field.
  • Performs turn on/off of the machines in the field.

Requirements for Consideration
  • Associate's Degree preferred.
  • Experience in a laboratory or testing environment is preferred.
  • Strong visual acuity with the ability to detect changes in color, light, and texture.
  • Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs or more continuously.
  • Comfortable standing for long periods and working outdoors in warm weather.
  • Basic computer proficiency and data entry skills.
  • Effective communication skills for internal and client interactions.
  • Self-motivated and dependable.
  • Quality- and customer-focused.
  • Willingness to learn and grow within the organization.

Compensation
Employee Type: Hourly
Currency: USD
Salary Minimum: 45,000
Salary Maximum: 55,000
Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

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