Mechanical Field Service

Horner Industrial Group; Boonville (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Horner Industrial Group is seeking a Field Services Technician to install, maintain, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment at customer sites. The role involves diagnosing issues, collecting data, and performing tests with appropriate tools and instruments.

The position requires work at multiple customer locations with overtime and 24/7 call availability, and a baseline high school education with related training preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; electrical/mechanical certificate or associate degree preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements in various units.
• Ability to read and follow written or oral instructions; work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment per customer orders.
• Use testing equipment and record testing information on forms.
• Identify failure causes and advise on required parts or materials.
• Complete final testing and documentation and return to the Field Service office.
• Travel to multiple customer locations and work overtime; 24/7 call availability as needed.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measurement & test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Field Services Technician

Job Code: HRJD - 012Department: Mechanical Field Services FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-exemptSupervisor: MFS Manager

GENERAL SUMARY:

Primary duties include, but are not limited to; the safe installation, removal, maintenance and/or repair of various kinds of electrical and/or mechanical equipment e.g. AC and/or DC motors, generators, servos, pumps, blowers, gear boxes, housings, motor drives, electrical transformers, switchgear, controls, etc. Involves testing, measurement & data collection, diagnostic trouble shooting, and failure analysis and proper use of testing and measuring equipment. Requires work at multiple customer locations, overtime as needed, 24/7 call availability.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs the safe equipment installation, removal, maintenance and/or repair as specified in the customer order.
• Includes the use of tools, measurement & test equipment as dictated by the specific equipment and situation.
• Records testing information on applicable forms.
• If necessary, determines and documents cause of failure.
• If necessary, advises supervisor or Field Service Coordinator of additional materials and/or parts required to complete the job.
• Performs and documents final testing and/or measurements.
• Returns all completed job cards, initial & final measurement & test documentation, photos, etc. to the Field Service office.
• Operates appropriate equipment safely and competently to perform job,
• Other duties as assigned and/or required to support the company’s goals and objectives

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or the Equivalent. A Certificate or Associates Degree in an electrical / mechanical related field preferred; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to problem solve in non-standardized situations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to relate and interact with associates at all levels
• Ability to become knowledgeable of all facets of the company, including technical aspects

• Must demonstrate basic verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

• Must be able to maintain a high sense of urgency to meet project deadlines

• Must be able to perform essential functions of job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.Employee is required to: sit, stand, talk, see, and hear.

In Terms of an 8-hour workday,

• Stand X
• Bend/Stoop/Kneel/Climb X
• Reach above shoulder level X
• Balance X
• Push/Pull X
• Use hands/fingers to handle/feel X
• Repetitive operations X
• Up to 25 pounds X
• Up to 50 pounds X
• Up to 75 pounds X

This position works near moving mechanical parts; This position works both inside and outside – climates may be hot, cold, wet or otherwise harsh (dust, etc.)

This position has special vision requirements: Color vision – ability to identify and distinguish colors. Close vision – clear vision at 20 inches or less. Distance vision – clear vision at 20 feet or more. Peripheral vision – ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down and/or left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point. Ability to adjust focus – adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.

Moderate to High noise (examples: industrial production)