Pool Lab Tech III- Sanford, NC

Pentair plc; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentair plc is seeking a Pool Lab Technician III in Sanford, NC. You will set up, troubleshoot, and optimize advanced testing for pool systems, assist engineers with root cause analyses, and help improve lab processes. You will maintain calibration and documentation to comply with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 3–5 years in a lab environment and offers full-time, on-site work with competitive hourly pay. Shift hours vary, with some flexibility to cover operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of lab experience preferred.
• Proficient in testing and troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and environmental tests.

Responsibilities

• Set up, troubleshoot, and optimize testing solutions for pool, filtration, heating, sanitizing, and automation systems.
• Assist engineers with diagnosing failures and perform root cause analysis using meters and data systems.
• Evaluate and improve lab testing processes for accuracy and efficiency.
• Fabricate test fixtures and tools for prototype and production testing.
• Maintain labs and calibrate instruments per industry standards; document accordingly.

Skills

Testing & troubleshooting

Leadership & mentoring

Analytical skills

Documentation & communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ATE (Automated Test Equipment)

Data acquisition systems

Calibration instruments

Job description

Pool Lab Technician III - Sanford, NC

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up, troubleshoot, and optimize advanced testing solutions for mechanical, electrical, and electronic pool, filtration, heating, sanitizing, and automation systems using precision instrumentation and automated test equipment (ATE).
• Assist engineers in diagnosing system and / or component failures, performing root cause analysis with tools such as multimeters, amp meters, flow meters, pressure gages and data acquisition systems.
• Evaluate and propose improvements for lab testing processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Fabricate advanced test fixtures and tools potentially using cutting tools, PVC gluing, and precision assembly techniques to support prototype and production testing.
• Independently maintain lab facilities and equipment, including calibration of instruments per industry standards and ensuring accurate documentation to compliance standards / requirements.
• Mentor and guide less experienced technicians on technical troubleshooting and equipment setup.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by implementing automation, data collection, and preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
• Stay current with changing regulatory and technical requirements as new standards and technology evolves & ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Provide support by assisting or acting as Quality Technician to include duties such as troubleshooting daily quality issues in collaboration with Quality Engineers and production teams within an assigned manufacturing area.

Qualifications

• Proficient in product testing and troubleshooting, including electrical, mechanical, and environmental stress testing.
• Hands‑on experience with automated test equipment (ATE) and data acquisition systems in a lab environment.
• Proven ability to fabricate and assemble custom test fixtures, including proficiency with cutting tools and precision assembly techniques.
• Advanced instrumentation skills, with hands‑on experience with pressure gages, temperature gages, flow meters, signal generators, thermal chambers, electric motors, relays capacitors and vibration test systems.
• Experience implementing process improvements, such as automation and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Demonstrate leadership and mentoring abilities to the above duties and responsibilities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, applying failure analysis tools to determine root cause.
• Effective communication and documentation skills, including technical reports and test plans.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, managing and reporting on multiple test programs simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering teams and independently on technical tasks.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements including industry test standards and safety compliance standards.

Additional Requirements

Years of Experience and Education: High school diploma or equivalent. 3 - 5 years of experience in a lab environment.

Travel: Less than 10%.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts on the lab floor, may need to work in an environment where the noise level could be moderate to very loud. Portion of job will be outdoors during both summer and winter months ranging different hours of the day.

Shift Hours: 7:00 a.m.-to 4:00 pm/ 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., (must be flexible)

Compensation

For this full-time position working at this location, the anticipated hourly base pay range is $28.00-$30.00 per hour DOE. At Pentair, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the pay range. Pentair considers various factors in determining actual compensation for this position at the expected location. Actual compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, work location, and other relevant business or organizational needs.

Benefits

As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefit options to help keep you and your family healthy and protected, health benefits, a generous 401(k), employee stock purchase program, disability benefits, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, parental leave, caregiver leave, tuition reimbursement, plus paid time off and wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross‑cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive. Pentair had revenue in 2023 of approximately $4.1 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 10,500 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world. To learn more, visit Pentair.com.