Field Service Technician

Matthews International; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Matthews International is seeking a Field Service Technician to provide on-site installation, training, repair and preventive maintenance of the company’s equipment for customers, distributors and sales teams.

You'll troubleshoot and service systems, read electrical schematics, coordinate with product management and service colleagues, and travel locally or nationally as required. A strong problem-solving mindset, teamwork and customer focus are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or certification in technical/engineering field.
• 4+ years of experience in field service or related roles.
• Willingness to travel locally, nationally, and possibly internationally.
• Proficient with MS Office and basic networking concepts.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of systems and custom applications.
• Repair equipment at customer sites.
• Provide technical assistance via phone and email to troubleshoot and coordinate with teams.
• Test motors, sensors, control circuits and wiring installations.
• Develop training on safe operation and demonstrate skills to trainees.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Problem-solving

Read electrical schematics

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree or technical certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklifts

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

The Field Service Technician provides on-site services for customers, distributors, and sales through installation, training, repair and preventative maintenance of the business’ equipment. Installations range from stand-alone systems to complex system integration with manufacturing, distribution, and processing lines including installation and integration of PLCs, encoders, sensors and software. The position promotes sales of maintenance agreements, new products, spare parts and consumables. May coordinate a team of Service Technicians.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with the installation of systems including custom applications.
• Repairs equipment at customer site.
• Provides technical assistance, via phone and email, to help troubleshoot and repair equipment, coordinates problem resolution with product services, engineering, customer service and other personnel.
• Tests and verifies electrical motors, sensors, control circuits, power circuits, and other items required to verify proper electrical wiring installation for control panels and their associated devices/motors.
• Verify mechanical and pneumatic components are properly installed.
• Recommends repairs, replacements and other solutions.
• Develops and conducts training on the safe operations of the equipment and demonstrates skills to trainees, including customers, distributors and team members.
• Maintains equipment inventory, tool kits, repair parts and company vehicle.
• Provides service support for sales during sales calls and provides support for new products, working with product management and sales.
• Submits reports and documentation and maintains necessary system information for job tracking.
• Completes system information in a timely manner to ensure accurate and timely billing.
• Promotes sales of maintenance agreements, new products, spare parts and consumables.
• Arranges for transportation, lodging, and meals during trips.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Associates degree and/or certification/apprenticeship in technical, mechanical, electrical technology or engineering, computer science or related field.
• 4+ years of previous experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Routine travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem‑solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast‑paced and deadline‑oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self‑motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawing schematics.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Understanding of electrical principles.
• Understanding of motor control.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly/occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment may be high.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Matthews International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our Human Resources team.