Job ID: 19237

Position Description:
Atlas is seeking a Weathering Technician to join our Phoenix, Arizona team. This position is a temporary to permanent role. This position is 50% Indoor, 50% Outdoor. Hours are Tuesday thru Saturday 8:30am to 5pm

This position will provide technician support to the Weathering Department (Static and Evaluations) and will be responsible for:

• 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.
• Performs washes and measures gloss, distinctness of image (DOI), color, haze, and optical property readings at the scheduled intervals, 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 work flow within the department.

Position Requirements:
Self starter
Quality and customer driven
Must have a high level of visual acuity. Able to differentiate color, light and texture change.
Ability to lift 25 lbs or more on a continuous basis
Standing for long periods of time
Carrying 25 lbs or more on a continuous basis
Ability to work outdoors for an extended period of time.

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