Field Service Technician (Must live in NC)

GEA•Patterson, CA

11d•$26 - $40

About The Position

Are you ready to be a part of a global leader in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors? GEA is seeking a talented Field Service Technician to join our team. With over 18,000 employees across more than 50 countries, GEA offers a stimulating work environment, international collaboration, and amazing opportunities for personal growth and development. GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide. Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses As a Field Service Technician at GEA, you would be responsible for:

Requirements

Profound experience in either of the following trades: Mechanical Electrical AC & DC Millwright
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyses information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Contributes to profits and revenue; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values; Respects diversity.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Responsibilities

Deliver service execution of the highest quality.
Be professional in their dealings and communication with the customer.
Identify service opportunities and leads and communicate to the responsible GEA personnel.
Be the “face” of the organization.
Troubleshooting of GEA equipment and other manufacturer’s equipment.
Performing of planned and unplanned services and maintenance and repairs to equipment of all types and sizes as per applicable GEA SOP’s and maintenance manuals.
Installation and Commissioning of Equipment.
Assist in Service Project Execution activities.
Overhauling of equipment.
Performing of tasks as per the defined and strict schedule to meet the deadline.
Carry out site visits, audits and monitor site performance.
Gathering and classifying data using various measuring equipment applicable to the equipment.
Read gauges and instruments, and adjusts mechanisms such as valves, controls, and pumps to control level of fluid pressure and distribution in systems.
Operate various equipment in compliance with legal guidelines.
Testing of malfunctioning systems and components using electrical, mechanical, digital, and pneumatic controls.
Coordinate with other departments for various purposes like budget expenditures, deadlines and other technical support.
Preparation of estimates for repairs and maintenance, installation and commissioning of equipment.
Maintaining of records of repairs and maintenance of equipment requiring future service as per maintenance schedules, corporate governance, legal requirements, and customer requirements.
Coordinating of work schedules with other departments and shops in order to keep inconvenience to a minimum.
Providing of technical direction to service personnel.
Adhering and following all HSE governance of GEA and customers.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

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