Field Technician

Socket.dev; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Windows Direct is seeking a Field Technician to measure, install and test window and door products at customers' homes or businesses. You will travel to job sites, perform repairs, take accurate measurements and provide guidance on proper product usage.

Applicants should have an Associate degree or technical certification, experience with windows/doors, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift heavy equipment. Excellent customer service and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in the industry.
• Experience servicing windows and doors.
• Experience in exterior replacement products.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Conducting routine inspection and provide accurate measurements of doors and windows.
• Provide timely and quality repairs of customers' products including, but not limited to, screen installation, sash replacement, glass replacement, hardware replacement, and seal repairs.
• Provide accurate measurements of doors and windows.
• Coordinate required return visits; convey needed services, materials, and labor.
• Perform post-installation inspections.
• Anticipate obstacles that could impact customer expectations, job costs and/or code performance; recommend solutions.
• Promoting the company's services.
• Maintaining your technical and mechanical skills.

Skills

Technical skills

Mechanical skills

Customer service

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Overview

Universal Windows Direct - Field Technician

The Field Technician will measure, install and test products and provide customers with instructions on the proper usage of the product. The Field Technician will have to travel to our customers' homes or businesses to perform repairs and routine maintenance. The Field Technician should have excellent technical and mechanical skills and have experience with basic hand power, diagnostic tools, and should be physically fit to lift heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conducting routine inspection and provide accurate measurements of doors and windows.
• Provide timely and quality repairs of customers' products including, but not limited to, screen installation, sash replacement, glass replacement, hardware replacement, and seal repairs.
• Provide accurate measurements of doors and windows.
• Coordinate required return visits; convey needed services, materials, and labor.
• Perform post-installation inspections.
• Anticipate obstacles that could impact customer expectations, job costs and/or code performance; recommend solutions.
• Promoting the company's services.
• Maintaining your technical and mechanical skills.

Qualifications

• An Associate degree or technical certification in the industry.
• Previous experience servicing windows and doors.
• Previous experience in exterior replacement products.
• Valid Driver’s License and driving record acceptable to insurance company.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Managing overtime on service calls with patience and not rushing the job.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• The ability to diagnose and solve problems based on customers' non-technical descriptions.
• Strong working knowledge of equipment and tools used in the industry.
• Physical fitness to lift heavy equipment, work in confined spaces, and bend frequently.
• Travel within radius of UWDs locations.

DISCLAIMER

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Experience:

• Window/Door Installation or repair: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

UWD is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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