Service Technician

Blake & Pendleton Inc.; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive wages based on skill level

Job summary

Blake & Pendleton Inc. is hiring Field Service Technicians for their AL Branch Regions to perform field support activities including maintenance and repair of air compressors.

The ideal candidate should have 2 – 5 years of electrical/mechanical industrial experience, troubleshoot various equipment reliably while adhering to safety protocols. Excellent benefits and competitive wages based on skills and experience are provided.

Qualifications

• 2 – 5 years electrical/mechanical industrial experience is required.
• EPA certifications with Freon experience is a plus.
• Must have excellent driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform field support activities including maintenance for air compressors.
• Provide on-call response during assigned week.
• Complete daily paperwork.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Air compressor expertise

Hydraulic and pneumatic knowledge

Using multimeters

Reading blueprints

Tools

Multimeters

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are currently seeking Field Service Technicians for our AL Branch Regions. The Service Technician performs field support activities, including start‑up, preventive and corrective maintenance within the assigned territory. The selected candidate will possess air compressor repair experience, knowledge and skills for effective utilization of related equipment and proven troubleshooting processes and procedures. The position reports to Service Manager.

A Blake & Pendleton Service Technician provides maintenance/repair support for its customers. Blake & Pendleton customers operate in a varied type of industries, such as manufacturing, utility, forestry, mining, etc. Blake & Pendleton primarily supports Sullair compressed air equipment but also provides support for many other equipment designs.

Responsibilities & Requirements

• Must have 2 – 5 years electrical/mechanical industrial experience.
• Knowledge of customer equipment operations, able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Must be able to correctly troubleshoot, repair all components and brands of air compressors.
• Must be able to properly use multimeters, amp meters, vibration and infrared meters.
• Must be able to successfully perform the above while meeting the Company and Customer’s safety requirements.
• Read and comprehend P&I drawings, ID/GA drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance such as oil changes, cleaning and setting controls.
• Must be able to set up rigging equipment and safely remove and reinstall motors, compressors and associated components.
• Must be able to safely use all hand tools and power tools such as drill motors, grinders, band saws, etc.
• Must have understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic principles and components.
• Knowledge of different types of piping such as types of copper, black, aluminum and galvanized.
• EPA certifications with Freon experience a plus.
• Excellent driving record and able to drive service van or pickup truck is required.
• Complete paperwork daily.
• Provide on‑call response during assigned week.

Electrical Knowledge

• Skilled in troubleshooting 120V control circuits.
• Must be able to read and comprehend wiring diagrams.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair single phase and 3Phase motor control circuits up to 480V, such as full voltage, reduced voltage and soft starters as well as 3 phase and single phase motor troubleshooting.
• Must be able to properly use multimeters, ampmeters and infrared meters.
• Must be able to successfully perform the above while meeting the Company and Customer’s safety requirements.

Mechanical Knowledge

• Read and comprehend P&I drawings.
• Troubleshoot and repair various air compressor control components.
• Must be able to perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, cleaning and setting controls.
• Must be able to set up rigging equipment and safely remove and reinstall motors, compressors and associated components.
• Must be able to perform motor alignments.
• Must be able to safely use all hand tools and power tools such as drill motors, grinders, band saws, etc.
• Must have understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic principles and components.
• Knowledge of different types of piping such as types of copper, black and galvanized.
• Knowledge of threading, sweating, brazing and welding a plus.
• Must be able to bend and install control tubing such as 1/4" and 5/16" Stainless Steel tubing.

Refrigeration

EPA certifications with Freon experience a plus.

Benefits

Blake & Pendleton offers an excellent and comprehensive benefit package. Wages are competitive and commensurate with skill level and experience.