Service Technician

Guardian Bandsaws; La Vista, Fort Wayne (NE, IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Service Technician, where you'll play a vital role in commissioning and maintaining cutting-edge equipment across diverse plants. This position offers a unique opportunity to work independently, ensuring safety compliance and operational efficiency while providing top-notch service to clients. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a supportive work environment, you will thrive in a culture that values growth and innovation. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

401(k)

100% Company Paid Health Insurance

Paid time off

Additional Service Leave

Professional development opportunities

Tools Provided

Paid travel

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience with electrical/mechanical/pneumatic systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Respond to emergency calls and ensure operational efficiency.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance

Electrical Systems

Mechanical Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Technical Training

Safety Compliance

Customer Relationship Management

Education

A.A.S. in Mechatronics

Military Service or Relevant Experience

Tools

Volt/Ohm/Amp Meter (Multimeter)

Current Probe

Megohmmeter

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for a Service Technician to join our Guardian Bandsaw team. Over the past 6 years, we have expanded rapidly and we are currently located in Omaha, NE.

Position Overview:
Your primary role requires you to commission and install new equipment in a variety of different plants across the country and service/maintenance work – this means you will be the first to respond and be comfortable with being ready to be on site when needed.

In return, you’ll be joining a progressively growing company that values their employees and believes in supporting continual growth & a fantastic earning potential!

What We Offer:

• 401(k).
• Competitive pay.
• 100% Company Paid Health Insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Additional Service Leave based on years of service.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Tools Provided.
• Paid travel.

What the role is:

Job Duties:

• Preventive Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on designated equipment.
• Troubleshooting and Repair: Diagnose and repair electrical/mechanical/pneumatic system malfunctions in equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
• Safety Compliance: Utilize safe working practices; apply lockout/tagout, MSDS, and good housekeeping methods.
• Equipment Testing: Conduct regular testing of electrical equipment to ensure proper operation and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment status, and repairs conducted.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other engineering teams to coordinate repairs, maintenance activities, and new installations.
• Emergency Response: Respond to emergency calls and perform repairs as needed to ensure continuous operation of critical systems.
• Training and Development: Stay updated on the latest electrical/mechanical/pneumatic technologies and safety practices. Participate in ongoing training to improve skills and knowledge.
• Analyze systems requirements, conduct research on equipment and procedures to resolve complex issues, and install new units or replacement parts according to specifications and established safety guidelines.
• Perform maintenance, installations, and service repairs on critical equipment and systems, ensuring all activities are logged in service reports.
• Identify required materials and parts for maintenance and repair; prepare and present cost estimates for parts, equipment, and supplies for proposed installations or repairs.
• Maintain relationships with all customer accounts.
• Perform periodic technical reviews of SOPs to ensure that the most up-to-date techniques and safety guidelines are utilized.
• Collect and generate internal and vendor field service reports describing all activities performed at the facility; review all reports prior to submission to end users.
• Conduct training with operators and other on-site staff personnel on electrical, mechanical, pneumatic systems, and equipment maintenance programs for repairs and operation.

Who you are:

• Be technically inquisitive and have a proactive mindset.
• Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines.
• Proactive member and contributor to the team.
• Have a passion for working with and training new operations and maintenance staff.
• A methodical, careful, and excellent work ethic.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• A.A.S. in Mechatronics or related field.
• Will consider military service and years of experience in lieu of a degree or a combination of education and experience.
• 1 yr Experience working with electrical/mechanical/pneumatic components and systems.

1 yr Experience troubleshooting electrical components including but not limited to:

• PLC’s.
• VFD’s.
• Power Circuits.
• Relays.
• Power Supplies.
• DCS systems.

Knowledge and understanding of working with but not limited to the following equipment:

• Volt/Ohm/Amp Meter (Multimeter).
• Current Probe.
• Megohmmeter.
• Thorough understanding of AC and DC circuits.
• Knowledge of servos and related controllers.
• Power tools and various equipment.
• Must be willing to travel up to 80% or as business needs require.
• 1 yr Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1 yr Experience with preventative maintenance programs.
• Good knowledge of health and safety best practices. Experience with GMP is a plus.
• OSHA 10 certification is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 75lbs, climb, stoop, or bend.
• Ability to stand up to 8hrs at a time.
• Ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel with proficiency.

Want to learn more about Guardian Bandsaw?
Guardian Bandsaw is the US subsidiary of New Zealand-based KANDO Innovation. We design and manufacture the world’s safest vision-based bandsaw equipment systems to reduce the most serious injuries at meat and industrial processing plants. Our equipment is used by the largest global meat processors in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific. What are you waiting for? Join our team now if this is for you!

https://www.guardianbandsaw.com/
http://www.kandoinnovation.com/