Inverter Repair Technician - Savannah,GA

Konecranes; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental, Vision coverage

401k plan with a match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Konecranes is seeking an Inverter Repair Technician to troubleshoot, test, and repair inverter equipment and provide on-site service across North and South America. The role requires reading schematics, handling depot repairs, and delivering technical support while adhering to safety standards.

The job involves working both independently and as part of a multi‑tasking team, with lifting requirements up to 85 lbs and travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Industrial Electrical / Electronic Field Service experience.
• Knowledge of electronic components and circuits.
• Ability to lift up to 85 lbs and travel up to 20% as required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, test, and repair inverter equipment per Konecranes standards.
• Maintain and service inverters and related equipment to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Perform remote on-site customer services across North and South America.
• Depot level repair, testing and recertification of inverters.
• Provide technical support to customers and technicians on site.
• Document and complete reports after each job.
• Follow safety rules and perform root cause analysis on failures.
• Prepare proposals and pricing for customer repairs.
• Interact professionally with customers and coworkers, independently or in teams.
• Maintain company equipment, vehicle and assets in safe condition.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Field service

Electrical components knowledge

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree in a technical field

Job description

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community, and we promote a place where we can all be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

Job Description

Inverter Repair Technician

• Troubleshoot, test, and repair inverter equipment in accordance with Konecranes standards
• Maintain and service inverters and associated equipment to ensure 100% customer satisfaction
• Perform remote on site customer services, troubleshooting and repairing of inverter equipment and related products at various ports within North and South America
• Perform depot level repair, testing and recertification of inverters
• Provide technical support to customers and technicians on site
• Document and complete reports upon completion of each assigned job
• Follow all established safety rules and procedures, including those established by the customer
• Carry out on site root cause analysis on equipment failures
• Read, understand and apply the contents of all OSHA, ANSI, CMAA, HMI and other codes or regulations pertaining to our industry. Refresh and update knowledge periodically
• Prepare proposals and pricing for customer repairs
• Interact with customers and coworkers at a professional level, able to work both independently and as part of a multi‑tasking team
• Maintain all company issued equipment, vehicle, and assets in a safe and proper working order
• Operate tools, equipment, and vehicles in a safe and responsible manner. Notify supervisor of any deficiencies for resolution
• This is a safety sensitive position
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Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 2+ years of experience in Industrial Electrical / Electronic Field Service or a related field
• Basic knowledge of electronic components and their function
• Basic knowledge of electronic circuits and how they function
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 85 lbs
• Ability to travel up to 20%, some nights and weekends
• Any other typical Konecranes requirements
• Must be able to frequently lift to 25 lbs. Lift up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis. Lift to 75 lbs. occasionally. Lift 100 lbs. on a rare basis. Climbing, balancing, stooping/crouching, overhead reaching, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling, heat, cold, noise and heights exposure as described

Preferred Qualifications

• AC/DC Power Conversion and Control experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to communicate with and maintain effective relationships with customers
• Associate's degree in a technical field
• Knowledge of Mechanical principles, electronics and AC/DC power distribution
• Communication system knowledge
• 3+ Years minimum Technical Service or Field Engineering background
• Power and electronic service background required
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot electrical and electronic circuits
• Ability to read and understand electrical and electronic schematics and mechanical drawings
• Ability to configure and repair communication hardware and software
• 3M soldering certification or experience with soldering of components on printed circuit boards

Benefits

• Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and more
• Vacation: 2 weeks per year (pro‑rated for first year). 5‑12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.
• Sick Leave: 5 days per year (pro‑rated after 90 days of service)
• Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. Konecranes is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, Disabled, Other Protected Category.