Field Service Controls - Electrical Technician

Description

Description

General Kinematics is the premier manufacturer of vibrating equipment for the processing of bulk materials. From vibratory feeders to entire process systems, General Kinematics creates the solutions customers require to process even the most difficult materials.

We are currently looking for a qualified Field Service Technician to join our team. This position provides technical assistance for our equipment to our customers worldwide. Additionally, this position requires working within a team environment with other areas such as Contract Sales, Component Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing.

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment in the field and in the office.
• Oversee minor equipment modification.
• Lead test and tuning equipment.
• Document service activities and results.
• Provide on-site training and preventive maintenance inspections for our customers.
• Document and report on any safety concerns related to the installation and operation of our equipment.
• Promote the sale of component parts at customer sites.
• Provide constant feedback for Sales, Manufacturing and Engineering.
• Fully support the Company’s ISO objectives, policies, procedures and the GK SCOPE Program.
• The willingness and ability to travel worldwide at any time, about 80% of the time.
• The willingness and physical ability to work on our equipment can include climbing ladders, crawling under objects and working in harsh conditions/jobsites.
• To understand basic business concepts and the ability to respond to customer requests.
• The willingness to work from existing policies and procedures and the ability to build technical knowledge.
• The ability to resolve problems by identifying and analyzing problems logically and comprehensively.
• Distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information.
• The ability to take ownership and show support for work related initiatives.
• The ability to interact with others, in order to produce meaningful outcomes.
• The ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Electrically wiring All Show Machines & All Test & Tune Machines along with support R&D initiatives from Controls perspective
• Participate in Control Panel & Software FAT’s & SAT’s
• Understanding existing standards and execute against.
• Champion the Safety aspect of job duties making safety as way of living.
  
  

Requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial technology or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in mechanical equipment, electrical control and/or programming a plus.
• Bi-lingual abilities a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office products.
• Proficiency in reading, design and troubleshoot electrical schematic diagrams.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Able to decipher PLC code for troubleshooting purposes.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, etc.) and networking concepts.
• Understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC), safety standards and experience designing systems in compliance with relevant regulations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail to identify and rectify control system issues.
• Experience using, programming, and troubleshooting common industrial sensors and controls, multimeter/amp/oscilloscope.
• Experience in ABB & Siemens & Rockwell VFD’s.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Works in Manufacturing & Office Environment.
• Requires the ability to lift 5 pounds regularly with occasional lifting to and upwards of 20 pounds.
• Travel dependent on workload and will be job specific.
• Estimated at 80% domestic & internationally in a given year.
  
  

Pay: $40.00 to $50.00 paid per hour. The range provided is a guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. Other factors that are involved in offer decisions include, and are not limited to a candidate’s experience, qualifications, geography, and internal equity.

Benefits: The position also comes with an annual profit-sharing incentive bonus payment. Our benefit programs provide choice and flexibility to meet the needs of you and your family. This includes health and well-being, financial planning tools, career development, PTO, and more.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EOE M/F/D/V