Field Service Tech

Job DetailsJob Location: Wood Dale, IL 60191Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $27.10 - $40.75 HourlyTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Shift: AnyJob Category: ManufacturingnVenia is a packaging machinery manufacturing and service organization widely known to have the widest selection of packaging technology under one roof and is dedicated to providing our distributors and end-users the highest quality product and support. nVenia brings Duravant packaging leaders Arpac, Hamer-Fischbein and Ohlson Packaging together to create next-level packaging equipment integration and innovation. One name, in one location, with one shared focus: our customers and the problems we need to solve. This position description identifies the major responsibilities of this job. It does not include all aspects of the position such as the potential additional duties assigned by supervisors and the requirement for flexibility in helping others for the company's overall benefit. POSITION SUMMARY The Field Service Technician is responsible to deliver total equipment lifecycle management services that optimize the performance of OEM equipment throughout its entire life cycle. These services include installation, start-up/commissioning, preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, audits and training. The Field Service Technician travels to customer sites to perform planned services, troubleshoot issues, make repairs, recommend spare parts and provide upgrades/modernization. A qualified candidate will be self-motivated, professional, energetic, positive, and disciplined to be able to perform in time-pressured and intensive work environments. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct field service calls at customer sites to provide installation, commissioning, emergency repair, preventive maintenance, audits, retrofits and training services Perform mechanical and electrical modifications including PLC programs and servo drive configuration Conduct site visit meetings with customer contacts to include explanation of job scope and work completed Conduct training with customer personnel to ensure understanding of the sequence of operations, proper functionality, and general maintenance of equipment Achieve service delivery goals including response time, first time fix and customer satisfaction rates Communicate effectively with field service management and internal service support team to efficiently resolve customer issues Provide off-hour and weekend emergency technical support on a scheduled rotation Responsible for timely and accurate documentation of all service activities Provide equipment reliability feedback to quality engineering and collaborate on improvements Attend training classes and technician meetings as required Comply to industry, company and customer safe working practices Extensive travel QualificationsPOSITION SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Solid knowledge and interaction of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic components Interpret complex technical information involving mechanics and electronics, including schematics AB CompactLogix PLC and RSLogix500/5000 programming Minor modifications to PLC programs including ability to add rungs, add timers, open and close contacts Access networks though PLC to troubleshoot issues, download and upload programs. AB PanelView HMI programming Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) parameter configuration Servo drives and motors configuration Experience with robotics and industrial robot application beneficial Microsoft Windows Office Suite of applications, terminal emulation software, networking communication Analytical ability to solve problems and determine root causes Ability to make timely, informed decisions that consider facts, goals, constraints, and risks Self-Management Manages time and resources to achieve objectives Effective communication skills written and verbal POSITIONREQUIREMENTS Must be at least 21 years of age, with a valid drivers license, good driving record and passport Associate or bachelors degree in Mechatronics is desired EE, EET, EECS or Industrial Electronics degree is a plus Minimum of five years experience troubleshooting and repairing electro-mechanical machines in the field Travel up to 80%, including overnights as necessary Military experience a plus PLC integration experience a plus. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk or hear; uses hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls. On occasion, may be required to climb and work in high places, stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The incumbent must occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but at times loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.