Repair Utility Technician - 2nd Shift

Danfoss GmbH; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Compressor Technician, where your skills in troubleshooting and assembly will be essential in producing oil-free compressors. This role offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment, focusing on quality and innovation. You'll be responsible for diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. With a commitment to sustainability and employee well-being, this is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that drive efficiency and reduce emissions. If you are passionate about engineering solutions and eager to grow, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; EPA 608 certification needed within 30 days.
• 1-3 years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair rejected compressors to ensure quality.
• Collaborate with engineers to prevent future failures and improve processes.
• Perform compressor validation testing and maintain a clean workplace.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic Presses

Air Wrenches

Job description

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Responsible for mass-production of varying models of oil-free compressors by performing and participating in component parts preparation and line assembly operations.

Job Responsibilities

Essential Functions, Key Tasks, & Responsibilities: (include the following, other duties may be assigned)

1. Troubleshoots rejected compressors, determines root cause of test failures, and makes necessary repairs.
2. Works with engineers, supervisors, and managers to develop solutions to prevent future failures and measures to increase FPY.
3. Processes RF (refurbished) and CFM (customer returned units) and prepares them to be ran on the production line.
4. Maintains a clean, safe and orderly workplace.
5. Performs compressor validation testing on VTT units in R&D Lab.
6. Is trained on, and works at, various tasks including mechanical assembly, operating pressure test stands, functional testing, preparation, material handling and other related operations as required.
7. Tends machines, such as hydraulic or pneumatic presses, air wrenches, or other tools to perform force fitting, fastening and/or bonding operations on the assembly line.
8. Prepares units for and performs burst test on units per quarterly requirements.
9. Responsible for understanding and complying with quality policy, procedures and instructions to ensure product quality, customer satisfaction, attainment of business goals and environmental well-being.
10. Maintains a clean, safe and orderly workplace.
11. Understands and complies with quality policy, procedures and instructions to ensure product quality, customer satisfaction, attainment of business goals and environmental well-being.

Required Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• One to three years related experience and/or training
• EPA 608 certification required within first 30 days of being awarded the position

Preferred Qualifications: (Education, Skills, Experience, and/or Languages that are nice to have but not required):

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for diagnosing issues with compressors, understanding test failures, and implementing repairs effectively. Familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems would be beneficial.
• Proficiency in operating machinery and tools, such as hydraulic presses and air wrenches
• Given the emphasis on quality assurance and compliance with policies and procedures, a keen eye for detail is necessary
• Being able to convey technical information clearly and collaborate on improvements is crucial.

Other Competencies:

• Written and verbal communication

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

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

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39,000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.