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The Senior Field Service Technician will be responsible for supporting our customers with installation of new and used machinery. He/she will be responsible for supporting any maintenance and repair after installation as well as support during trade shows as needed to support the development of our customer relationships.
Principal Accountabilities
Installation of New & Used Machinery
Start-up & commissioning of newly installed machinery.
Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic & mechanical systems, used to control modern machinery and associated equipment.
Repair & maintenance on machinery and associated equipment.
Demonstrate and teach operators how to set-up, program and operate newly purchased machinery.
Set-up equipment for trade shows, in house & off site.
Working in house at times, loading, unloading & repairing stock equipment.
Responsible for handling the following skill areas effectively as needed:
Electrical:
Control Circuit Troubleshooting.
Diagnose Component Failures, Motors, Coils, Fuses, etc.
Control Wiring, Interfacing Auxiliary Equipment & Devices.
Machine Shop:
Layout, Drilling & Tapping of threaded holes.
Using Precision Measuring Instruments, Calibers, Micrometers, Dial Indicators, etc.
Mechanical:
Assembly & Alignments.
Diagnose Mechanical Problems, Unusual Noises.
Hydraulic:
Troubleshooting Hydraulic Problems.
Adjust Hydraulic Systems, Pressures, Flows, etc.
Millwright:
Precision Leveling & Shimming.
Operate a Fork Truck, Operate an Overhead Crane, Basic Rigging.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Associate’s degree or technical degree preferred
5-7 years of experience preferred
Experience with training employees
Prior experience working in a role with exhibited knowledge in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and fabrication skills
Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Must be able to travel frequently, overnight stays will be necessary
Good communication & ability to deal with a range of style and behaviors in a tactful, pleasant and professional manner
Basic computer skills in Outlook and Microsoft Office
Strong problem solving and troubleshooting experience
Work under pressure and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
Physical Requirements
Driving or flying to customer sites
Long periods of standing, kneeling, and bending to work on equipment
Ability to lift up to 50lbs periodically
Ability to push/pull
Ability to focus and plan trips across various locations
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Machinery Manufacturing
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