Field Service Technician

Zobility; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Zobility in Michigan is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to assist customers with on-site troubleshooting, repair, assembly and startup of presses, plus customer training. You will read prints and schematics, test systems and propose maintenance or upgrade options to customers.

Travel is extensive (US, Canada, Mexico); you must be comfortable working in varied environments, maintaining safety standards, and delivering clear field reports and quotes.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic required.
• Heavy machine building experience required.
• Preventative maintenance and machine troubleshoot experience.
• Able to read blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Willingness to travel in US, Canada, and Mexico. This position is 100% travel.
• Must maintain a valid passport and driver's license including driving record.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Repair or assemble company products and equipment and various assemblies of parts of various types and sizes.
• Maintain familiarity with general machine assembly, including fluid technology, via training.
• Assemble via drawings, specifications, BOMs and instructions.
• Assist affiliates in determining required repair or spare parts.
• Perform and document Press Preventative Maintenance Inspections and PM protocols.
• Submit field reports to Field Operations Manager in a timely manner.
• Report unsafe operating conditions on presses in operation.
• Provide upgrade recommendations and practical advice from field experience.
• Develop service and parts quotes within SIC policies.
• Produce comprehensive service reports of activities and repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulic systems

Electrical knowledge

Blueprints/Drawings

Customer communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

To assist customers with on-site troubleshooting and repair of existing companies equipment or the assembly and startup of new company presses, as well as customer training. Also, establish a solid relationship with customers and provide a point of contact for technical support within the company. Applies mechanical and hydraulic knowledge to test, troubleshoot and repair systems and equipment. Read prints, drawings and schematics and preforms basic calculations. Supports service sales by identifying and presenting various products, parts, and services as defined by group objectives. Maintains and develops strong customer relationships to ensure positive customer service satisfaction measurements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Repair or assemble company products and equipment and various assemblies of parts of various types and sizes. Technicians will be required to perform mechanical, assembly, hydraulic and pneumatic assembly and test functions.
• Maintain familiarity with general machine assembly, including fluid technology, via training at SIC or at other operations.
• To be able to assemble via drawings, specifications, bill of materials and through written and verbal instruction.
• Develop knowledge of company standards and company Service Manual formats.
• Assist company affiliates in determining required repair or spare parts at customers.
• Perform and document Press Preventative Maintenance Inspections and help develop PM protocols as required.
• Submit field reports and/or documents as required by the Field Operations Manager in a timely manner.
• Report any perceived unsafe operating condition on company Presses in operation.
• Act responsibly and strive to cooperate with others to solve common tasks in the field.
• May perform basic electrical work within the normal scope of repairs.
• Advise customers and representatives of upgrade opportunities within the area in addition to practical advice gained from field experience.
• Recommends service and preventative maintenance programs for customers of the group.
• Recommends and supports quotes development for technical service and parts within SIC policies and practices.
• Produce comprehensive and accurate service reports of activities and repairs to customer's equipment.
• Be available for service support on a 24-hour basis including holidays and weekends.
• Provide receipts and details of costs to allow for accurate invoicing of our customers.
• Insure that in all aspects of an assignment that the corporate commitment to quality, cost control, safety and customer service is maintained.
• Must maintain a valid passport and driver's license including a satisfactory driving record.
• Participate in training for specific company Presses and equipment and OSHA Federal and State Safety Requirements.
• Job specific competencies: Experience with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic required
• (Heavy) Machine building experience required.
• Preventative maintenance and machine troubleshoot experience.
• Able to read blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Able to facilitate discussions and give presentations with highly technical content. Presents clearly and informatively.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree preferred.
• At least 2-5 year of related experience required.
• Other Valued Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Willingness to travel in US, Canada, and Mexico. This position is considered 100% travel.
• Personal flexibility with work hours
• Reliable and friendly appearance with our customers
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Highly organized and time conscious
• Possess strong analytical aptitude.
• Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software.
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and to work in dynamic business environment; Adaptable to change.
• Self-motivated and results oriented; Ability to use judgement and make decisions independently.
• Teamwork oriented to resolve problems and achieve goals.