Field Service Technician 11 Thermal

Andritz AG; Arlington (TX); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Environment & Energy sector seeks a Field Service Technician to oversee installation and performance of Thermal Drying Equipment. The role involves frequent travel and requires strong mechanical aptitude and customer relations skills. Candidates should have experience with PLC programming and be able to handle physical demands of the job.

Qualifications

• Experience reading basic engineering drawings.
• Ability to use hand tools and troubleshoot machinery.

Responsibilities

• Installation and startup of Andritz equipment.
• Verification of equipment installation and performance testing.
• Provide customer operational and mechanical technical assistance.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Process Knowledge

Computer Skills

Education

Electromechanical Technology Degree

Tools

PLC Programming

Precision Measuring Instruments

Job description

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Job title: Field Service Technician 11 Thermal

Job family: Sales, Marketing & Product Management

Business area: Environment & Energy

Contract location:

Arlington, TX, US

Working location: Arlington

Location type: Remote

Contract type: Permanent

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

Position Summary:
Responsible for installation, startup, process performance, training and inspection of Andritz supplied equipment for Thermal Drying Equipment (Drum Dryer, Belt Dryer, Fluid Bed Dryer). As required, provides customer operational and mechanical technical assistance to existing installations on a daily basis. Utilizes customer relations skills to bring closure to projects. Frequent travel (90%-100%) and adaptability is a requirement of this position.

Major Duties:

Verification of proper installation of Andritz supplied equipment.
Ability to write detailed reports in the English Language, outlining situations occurring at the job site.
Mechanical and electrical checkout of Andritz supplied equipment.
Process optimization prior to performance testing.
Demonstration of performance based upon customer specifications.
Maintain a good understanding of electrical and pneumatic controls and problem resolution at site when required.
Promotes and furthers Andritz’s goals through the development of good customer relationships and recognized professionalism while at site.
Maintains current knowledge of new Andritz Technology, both process and startup requirements.
Stays current on all OSHA training, and wears appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required for each specific job site.
This position description is not intended to be all inclusive, and employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.
This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Basic Skills:

Good mechanical aptitude.
Process knowledge of different Andritz manufactured equipment.
Experience at reading basic engineering drawings.
Computer Skills: Microsoft (Windows, Word, Excel).

SPECIALIZED JOB SKILLS:
Must be able to use most hand tools and have well developed mechanical aptitude.
Must have ability to use precision measuring instruments and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
Basic experience in maintenance environment to include troubleshooting, defining failure and corrective action plans during machine down situations
Conduct Handheld Vibration analysis - past experience a plus
Electromechanical Technology degree or trade school a plus
PLC programming experience and knowledge (ie. AB, Siemens S7, Modicon Concept, GE Cimplicity, IFix, Wonderware)

Physical Demands:

The physical demands of this position require the ability to walk, sit or stand for long periods of time.
Must be physically able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds, and have the dexterity to bend and stoop for long periods of time.
Must be able to climb ladders and maintain balance on catwalks and platforms.
Make visual inspections with precise hand and finger movements, with reasoning and problem solving ability.

Relationships:

Interfaces with Clients, Service Manager, Engineering, and Andritz Representatives. Maintain a professional and courteous manner during the performance of all duties with both internal employees and customers

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Requisition ID: 17206

Nearest Major Market: Arlington Texas
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas

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