Service Tech

Patterson; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Match

Patterson Perks

Paid Time Off

Holiday & Floating Holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

LifeWorks

Wellness Program

Job summary

Patterson is seeking a Field Service Technician to independently and with a team repair and maintain ingredient dispensing and control systems at feed yards, mills, and dairies. You will train customers and support operations teams to ensure continuous feed processing and cost-efficient movement from manufacturer to customer.

The role requires field travel, strong communication, and mechanical/electrical skills; a driver’s license and background checks are needed.

Qualifications

• One year of work in equipment service or operation of agricultural equipment.
• High school diploma required.
• Technical school or college degree preferred.
• Experience with feed manufacturing, handling, and distribution preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication; Spanish a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize and troubleshoot.
• Knowledge of Windows PCs and mechanical/electrical devices.
• Valid driver's license; background/drug tests may be required.
• Knowledge of cattle feeding and feed formulation is desired.

Responsibilities

• Service, troubleshoot, and repair equipment at customer locations.
• Monitor systems at customer locations for proper operation and adjust or repair as needed.
• Monitor inventory to assure continuity of operation.
• Deliver products from warehouse to customer locations.
• Provide technical assistance and training to customers on equipment and systems.
• Travel to customer locations in company vehicle and maintain driving records.
• Complete all records and documentation; work overtime as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to the Field Service Technician.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Organization

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma

Technical/College degree preferred

Tools

Windows PCs

Job description

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.

One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

$500 Referral Bonus Available!!

The Field Service Technician works independently and with a team to provide; repair, maintenance service and technical training to users of ingredient dispensing and control systems. These systems are used at feed yards, feed mills, and dairies, to assure uninterrupted and continuous feed processing operations. The Field Service Technician also works in cooperation with operations management and all of the Operational Business Teams to direct the movement of products from the manufacturer to the customer in the most cost effective and efficient manner.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

• Service, troubleshoot, and repair all types of equipment and systems in operation at customer locations.

• Monitor systems at assigned customer locations for proper operation and adjust or repair as needed.

• Monitor inventory of products used at assigned customer locations to assure that inventory is always adequate for continuous operation.

• Deliver products from warehouse to customer location as needed.

• Provide technical assistance and training to customers as needed for proper operation of equipment and systems to achieve desired results.

• Travel to customer locations in company vehicle; maintain vehicle and personal driving record to meet company requirements.

• Complete all records and documentation as required.

• Work overtime as required and without notice if necessary.

• Perform other duties as assigned to the Field Service Technician

Job Qualifications

• Required Qualifications

• At least one year of work in equipment service or operation of agricultural equipment required.

• High school diploma is required.

• Technical school degree or college degree is preferred.

• Installation or operational experience of feed manufacturing, handling, and distribution is preferred.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to speak limited Spanish is desired.

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Ability to prioritize.

• Strong math, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.

• Be self-motivated and organized.

• Have an aptitude for and a working knowledge of Windows based PCs.

• Have an aptitude for and a working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic devices and their use.

• Have a valid driver license and be able to pass a criminal background check, drug test, and motor vehicle record check.

• Knowledge of cattle feeding, feeding systems, feed ingredients, and feed formulation is desired

Working Conditions

• Outdoor service work 40-60% of the time.

• Lift and carry up to 60 lbs.

• Occasional ladder climbing and work on elevated equipment.

Travel and On-call

• Local travel 75-100% of the time.

• Limited overnight travel.

• Overnight travel up to 1 week / month for first year

• Provide technical assistance and support as needed to customers during non-working hours (mornings and evenings) and when "on-call" (weekends).

What's In It For You:

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program

• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)

• Patterson Perks Program

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

$19.23 - $25.00EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.