Field Service Technician

Glansa Associates; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a skilled professional for technical support roles in Vaughan. Responsibilities include installation supervision, conducting product training, and providing in-house support. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience in control and automation, a relevant degree, and the ability to travel internationally. Strong technical and customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience with control, automation, and electromechanical products.
• P.Eng., E.I.T., or similar designation is a strong asset.
• Must be eligible for international travel with no entry impediments.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support, including installation supervision.
• Deliver remote support to customers via email and phone.
• Conduct product training for customers both on-site and at headquarters.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Customer relationship skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Post-secondary diploma in technology

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

PLC systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support for our products, including installation supervision, commissioning, and scheduled/unscheduled annual service.
• Deliver remote support to customers via email, phone, and secure remote connection tools.
• Conduct product training for customers both on-site and at our headquarters.
• Commissioning and Field Service
  • Pre-Commissioning: Ensure site readiness for commissioning using progress tracking tools and maintain weekly communication with the customer.
  • On-Site Execution: Lead installation supervision, cold and hot commissioning, performance testing, and customer training. Generate weekly site reports and complete all commissioning sign-off documentation.
  • Post-Commissioning: Submit as-commissioned drawings and visit reports. Complete expense reports, follow up on action items, update system configuration files, and participate in post-project review meetings to provide customer feedback.
• In-House Support
  • Assist the Project team with pre-shipping activities, including system testing, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and customer training sessions.
  • Support new product development and continuous improvement by testing software releases and validating new product versions.
  • Maintain technical documentation, including drawings, bills of materials, manuals, and training materials.
  • Participate in design maintenance activities, including the creation of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).
  • Provide technical application support to the Sales team and production support to the Manufacturing department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited university or a post-secondary diploma in a technology field, combined with relevant experience.
• P.Eng., E.I.T., or similar professional designation is a strong asset.
• 5-10 years of experience with control, automation, and electromechanical products and systems. Experience in industrial, automotive, or aerospace environments is preferred.
• Must be eligible for frequent international travel to customer manufacturing facilities worldwide, with no impediments to entering all countries where our products are installed.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Proficient in using electrical, mechanical, and networking tools (e.g., digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other test/measurement equipment).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and network diagrams.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs and Automation systems (both use and design principles).
• Strong awareness of and commitment to industrial safety procedures.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer relationship skills.
• Highly professional, diplomatic, and adept at building relationships with internal and external customers.
• Superior time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

Location: Greater Toronto Area / Markham, Ontario, Canada