Installation Technician 1

ritehite; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Arbon Equipment, a Rite-Hite Company, seeks a Field Service Technician to inspect, repair, and install customer equipment in the field, ensuring safety, quality, and exceptional service. You will travel to customer sites, perform hands-on maintenance, and support teammates when needed.

The role requires a valid driver's license, ability to read blueprints and safety procedures, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• DOT medical exam is required.
• Ability to read safety rules, blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to write routine reports and communicate clearly.
• Strong math and measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, maintain, and install customer equipment in the field.
• Develop and maintain good customer relations and service quality.
• Comply with company policies and safety guidelines.
• Operate service vehicle and equipment safely in the field.
• Mentor/guide other technicians as skills develop.
• Complete service tickets and paperwork accurately.

Skills

Driver's license

DOT medical exam

Reading blueprints/schematics

Documentation & reports

Effective communication

Math calculations

Education

High school diploma / GED

ASAPP Level One

Job description

At Arbon Equipment, a Rite-Hite Company, your work makes an impact. We deliver industry-leading solutions that keep workplaces safe, productive, and efficient. When you join Arbon Equipment, you're not just selling or servicing equipment - you're building trusted partnerships with customers and growing your career with a company backed by the strength of Rite-Hite's global innovation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Timely and proper inspection, repair, maintenance, and installation of customer equipment in a manner that exceeds customer expectations and that is consistent with Rite-Hite's image as the industry leader in customer service.
• Develop and maintain good customer relations in a manner that exemplifies Rite-Hite's image and commitment to customer service.
• Compliance with all company policies and safety guidelines.
• Perform installation, inspection, and repair of equipment in the field in an expeditious manner while assuring the customer's needs are met and exceeded . This is mainly accomplished individually but may sometimes be accomplished in small teams.
• As skills and knowledge develop, guide other Service Technicians with less skills/knowledge through complex problems in the field . This may include training other Service Technicians in the proper field installation, service and repair of equipment and proper administrative procedures instilling Rite-Hite's commitment to customer service.
• Using the handheld devices (or paper backup forms if needed) accurately complete all necessary paperwork associated with field service, repair, and installation, including service tickets, timesheets, open job tracking form and safety analysis sheets.
• Maintain compliance with operation and communication standards as per the Field Service Technician Handbook.
• This position requires the operation of a service vehicle in compliance with DOT Driver Qualification standards, as well as truck-based cranes, forklifts, welders, torches, and power and hand tools.
• Follow all customer-specific requirements, policies, safety guidelines and directions on their work sites.
• Work closely with all other departments in the company, communicating and coordinating activities to efficiently maximize customer satisfaction.
• Occasional (under 2 0% annually) domestic overnight travel may be required for training, supporting customers at other offices, etc. may be required.
• Other duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

The successful individual will possess :

• Must have completed Arbon Skills Assessment Pay Program (ASAPP) Level One
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One to five year's experience in repair and service of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical equipment

KNOWLEDGE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS

The ideal individual will demonstrate :

• Service Technicians must have a valid drivers license .
• P assing DOT medical exam
• A pplicable driver qualification standards at all times .
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints & schematics, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals .
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence . Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization .
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals . Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form . Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

This role will not have supervisory responsibilities.

What We Offer

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.
• Join us and build a career where you're supported - at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to mainta