Field Technical Service Rep (PMC)
PPG Industries Inc. - Oakland, California
PPG: We protect and beautify the world.
At PPG, we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and materials that our customers have trusted for more than 130 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.
Why join us:
With PPG, you will find meaning in your work every day, and engage in opportunities that will shape you, personally and professionally.
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Your personal strengths will empower you to succeed and make an impact from day one.
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You will be inspired to learn and grow, and to get the support you need to identify and achieve your boldest career aspirations.
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Your passion to excel will be fueled by your connection to world-class partners, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and future forward technologies.
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Your contributions will not only meet the challenges of our global customers, but help theme propel their industries forward.
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You will be welcomed into a culture where everyone’s ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged.
Key Responsibilities:
PPG Protective and Marine Coatings is seeking an experienced Technical Service Representative. This is a nation-wide position and candidates who reside in several strategic areas of the United States will be considered, but the California area his highly preferred! The position is customer facing providing support for the Application of PPG’s Protective & Marine product offering. Duties include travel to customer sites for complaint investigation, troubleshooting of application issues, documentation and record keeping.
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications will be considered:
- At least 5 years of direct experience with the specification, application, and troubleshooting of protective coatings for severe marine and industrial environments. 10 years preferred.
- A working knowledge of the following types of coating systems and their qualifications is required: zinc primers, epoxy coatings, polyurethane finish coats, intumescent coatings, anti-foulings, vinyl esters, waterborne acrylic coatings, alkyds, high temperature silicone coatings, floor coatings, light duty architectural coatings, and tank linings.
- A working understanding of industrial and marine markets to include knowledge of ship construction and operations, knowledge of chemical process and refinery unit operations, knowledge of commercial and industrial construction terminology, knowledge of pipelines, power generation facilities, water and wastewater treatment facilities, public works projects, steel and concrete fabrication, rail, and other markets as necessary.
- A working understanding of coating manufacturing processes and testing of coatings.
- A working understanding of environmental, health, and safety regulations related to industrial and marine coatings.
- A working knowledge of paint and coating application equipment, to include airless spray, air assisted airless, plural component, pressure pots, and other application methods as necessary.
- NACE CIP certification (strongly preferred)
- Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to use diplomacy to diffuse difficult customer facing situations, with multiple parties involved concerning coatings application issues.
- Ability to travel overnight up to 75%
- Spanish as a second language is a bonus, but not required.
- The successful candidate will be required to perform field inspections which will include climbing ladders, working at heights, and entering confined spaces.
Experience and Education:
- At least 5 years of direct experience with the specification, application, and troubleshooting of protective coatings for severe marine and industrial environments. 10 years preferred.
About Us
PPG prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a hair drug/toxins test and a background check.
PPG Industries, Inc. offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You may request a copy of PPG’s affirmative action plan by emailing ppgaap@ppg.com.
To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity please see attached links:
http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/EO13665_PrescribedNondiscriminationPostingLanguage_JRFQA508c.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
PPG Industries, Inc. offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You may request a copy of PPG’s affirmative action plan by emailing ppgaap@ppg.com.
To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity please see attached links:
http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/EO13665_PrescribedNondiscriminationPostingLanguage_JRFQA508c.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
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Posted: 30+ days ago
About PPG Industries Inc.
PPG's vision is to continue to be the world's leading coatings and specialty products company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction ma... more
