Assembly Technician II

Universal Analyzers, an AMETEK business, is seeking an RMA Technician for our Carson City, NV manufacturing site. This position is responsible for independently troubleshooting, repairing, and testing customer-returned (RMA) equipment, and for completing standard and configured assembly work with limited guidance. The position applies demonstrated technical skills to troubleshooting, failure analysis, mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, tubing, inspection, testing, and routine production problem-solving. A successful candidate will have relevant hands-on experience from manufacturing or an adjacent trade such as HVAC/R, industrial maintenance, electrical or controls work, plumbing, equipment installation, automotive repair, appliance service, or field service. Candidates must demonstrate transferable mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, tubing, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair customer-returned (RMA) equipment, including sample probes, gas coolers, and conditioning systems; verify reported failures, identify the root cause, and return units to full working order.
• Document receipt condition, failure analysis, repairs performed, and test results for each RMA; coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Quality, and Shipping to move returns through to closure.
• Independently assemble standard and configured mechanical and electromechanical products using approved work instructions, engineering drawings, schematics, bills of material, and job travelers.
• Lay out and install components; perform electrical wiring; and fabricate and install PTFE and stainless-steel tubing while applying proper routing, workmanship, and assembly methods.
• Plan and organize assigned work, verify job readiness, use tools and measuring equipment safely, and maintain consistent output while meeting quality and schedule expectations.
• Perform in-process inspection and functional testing in accordance with approved procedures; complete required production and quality records accurately and ensure work is ready for the next operation.
• Identify drawing, material, fit, wiring, tubing, or workmanship issues; troubleshoot assembly and returned-product problems and coordinate with the Production Supervisor, Engineering, Quality, or Materials when escalation is required.
• Contribute to standard work by documenting effective assembly and repair methods and providing practical feedback on instructions, component access, routing, tooling, fixtures, recurring failures, and manufacturability.
• Support daily production priorities, communicate constraints early, and collaborate effectively across Production, Engineering, Quality, Materials, and Testing.
• Assist with peer training and cross-training by demonstrating safe methods, quality workmanship, and consistent use of approved documentation.
• Participate in 5S, standard work, material-flow, quality, productivity, and other continuous-improvement activities.

Required Skills & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree, apprenticeship, vocational training, or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting, repair, or technical proficiency generally developed through one to two or more years of relevant experience in manufacturing, fabrication, maintenance, installation, field service, or a comparable hands-on environment.
• Experience may come from adjacent work such as HVAC technician, maintenance technician, electromechanical technician, controls technician, electrical or panel assembler, plumber, equipment installer, automotive technician, appliance technician, or field service technician when the candidate demonstrates transferable mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, tubing, wiring, troubleshooting, fabrication, or equipment-assembly skills.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot electrical, electromechanical, pneumatic, and control systems using schematics, wiring diagrams, and test equipment such as multimeters.
• Ability to interpret assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, bills of material, work instructions, and job documentation with limited guidance.
• Proficiency with standard hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and safe assembly practices.
• Ability to independently organize work, recognize routine problems, communicate constraints, and maintain consistent quality and productivity.
• Preference given to candidates with experience in electrical, mechanical, or pneumatic panel fabrication.

Work Schedule:

• Flexible start times available after training
• Shifts begin between 5:00 AM and 9:00 AM, Monday through Friday
• Full-time, on-site position

About Us: Universal Analyzers designs and manufactures gas sample extraction and conditioning equipment for continuous emissions monitoring and process measurement. Products include sample probes, gas coolers, conditioning systems, and custom-engineered assemblies incorporating mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and PLC-based controls..