Lab Equipment Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

• Operate accelerated weathering machines per approved methods and test plans (e.g., UV, xenon, moisture/condensation cycles).
• Operate and monitor convection ovens and gas fading chambers to specified conditions (temperature, humidity, gas concentration, exposure time).
• Prepare equipment for runs (set-up, calibration checks, lamp/filter changes as applicable, pre-checks).
• Maintain equipment uptime through proactive inspection and timely reporting of issues and spare-part needs.
• Order replacement parts
• Operate, inspect, and maintain filtration units supporting test equipment (e.g., water quality systems, air filtration, scrubbers where applicable).
• Replace filters and consumables, verify flow/pressure parameters, and record results per SOPs.
• Receive, label, and log samples into the tracking system (approved logs), ensuring chain-of-custody and traceability.
• Load/unload samples per required intervals and test schedules; ensure correct rack placement and exposure orientation.
• Record exposure start/stop times, interim pulls, deviations, and observations (e.g., discoloration, cracking, warpage).
• Packaging and staging removed samples for further testing, analysis, or shipment per instructions.
• Follow all EHS requirements for UV exposure, hot surfaces, compressed gases, and chemical handling relevant to gas fading and filtration systems.
• Ensure tests are performed in accordance with internal procedures and applicable standards (e.g., ISO/ASTM) as assigned.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas (5S), including proper waste disposal and housekeeping.
• Support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement activities (IMS, SOP updates, risk assessments).

Qualifications

• Ace's Degree preferred or Technical diploma, vocational training, or equivalent experience in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, or laboratory operations.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience operating and/or maintaining laboratory or industrial test equipment (weathering equipment experience preferred).
• Comfortable working with mechanical systems, basic electrical components, and instrumentation (temperature, humidity, flow, pressure).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs and maintain accurate records.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with accelerated weathering equipment (e.g., Xenon Arc, QUV, QSun, temperature/humidity cycling).
• Familiarity with sample tracking systems, and test documentation in regulated/quality environments.
• Understanding of relevant test standards (ASTM/ISO) for weathering and color fastness/gas fading.
• Basic calibration knowledge and experience working with service providers/OEM technicians.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.
The U.S. base hourly rate reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hour.
Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range.
Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
Relocation assistance may be offered dependent on candidate's current location
16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)