What are the responsibilities and job description for the SERVICE TECHNICIAN position at Hastings Water Works, Inc?
Description
Basic Functions:
Position requires at least one (1) year or more of hands-on experience and extensive knowledge related to; troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of electrical and heating/cooling (HVAC) equipment and plumbing. Must maintain a neat, clean appearance and demonstrate polite, professional behavior.
Responsibilities:
Provide excellent customer service
Accessory installation and maintenance
Perform jobs and make decisions independently
Pool and spa equipment Service/Repairs/Installations
Project management - ability to lead a crew while performing difficult jobs that require multiple people
Perform accurate estimates in the field for standard parts and services
Communicate with the customer regarding all services performed and clearly present all options for any required repairs, upgrades or other customer needs.
Planning Activities:
- Work with Inventory Department to ensure vehicles are properly stocked for jobs
- Coordinate daily job schedules with Service Manager
- Ability to manage and coordinate Special Projects
- Maintain high level of organization to ensure jobs are completed efficiently
Problem-Solving Activities:
1. Ability to diagnose and repair pool equipment
2. Ability to make independent decisions while acting in the best interest of the company as well as the customers
Skills:
Essential:
- Basic customer service skills
- Detail oriented
- Advanced technical/mechanical skills
- Problem solving and organizational skills
- knowledge of operating, maintaining and repairing pool equipment
- Ability to clearly present all options for any required repairs, upgrades or other customer needs
Preferred:
Plumbing and electrical knowledge
Requirements
Preferred:
- High School degree/GED
- Technical certifications
- Certified Pool and Spa (CPO) certification
Essential:
- At least one year of advanced technical service, repair and maintenance experience
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Physical Requirements/Essential Functions (ADA compliance): Please check all that apply to this position.
Activity:
(If more than 2 hours per day)?Standing ?Sitting ?Walking ?Stooping ?Running ?Climbing ?Writing ?Filing ?Crawling ?Squatting ?Bending ?Twisting ?Balancing
Lifting to include:?Up to 10 lbs. ?11-25 lbs. ?26-60 lbs. ?61-75 lbs. ?Over 75 lbs. ?Pulling ?Pushing ?Carrying
Environmental Conditions:?Cold ?Heat ?Noisy ?Fumes ?Odors ?Mists ?Vibration ?Dust ?Wet and/or humid
Sensory:?Hearing to converse ?Hearing to use the telephone ?Tasting/smelling ?Reading distance 1-5 feet ?Talking ?Reading distance 10-30 feet
Driving:?Incidental driver ?Regular Driver
Keying:?Occasionally (2-3 weekly hours) ?Right-hand dominant ?Frequently (2-3 hours daily) ?Left-hand dominant ?Continuously (4 hours daily)
Safety:List Specifics:
Chemical safety
Vehicle safety
Daily use of chemicals
May require working outside in extreme conditions
Miscellaneous:
- This position will require overtime and/or weekend hours during peak/core season typically from April through October.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Pass a background check