Field Service Tech - 9154 at MacLean Power Systems

Bessemer, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Equipment Installation, Troubleshooting, Prototype Building, Technical Drawing Interpretation, Mechanical Testing, Electrical Testing, Fabrication, Welding, Machining, Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Technical Communication, OSHA 30, Substation Construction, Manual Dexterity, Report Writing

Industry

Utilities

Description

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers. At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative. Field Service Tech - 9154 The Field Service Technician will travel to the customer jobsite and train the customer or contractor in the best practices for installing switches. In addition to field installations, this position serves as an engineering prototyping technician when not traveling. They would work with design engineers in building prototypes and executing test plans to further the growth of the product portfolio. LOCATION: 4251 Turin Dr, Bessemer, AL 35020 - Up to 40% overnight travel (most weekends will be at home in the Birmingham, AL area). Work primarily takes place in an offsite field environment. When not on field assignment, this position will operate in the engineering lab or on the factory floor. Working from aerial lifts Exposure to traffic, dust, fumes, and loud noise that are routinely encountered at external job sites and in the manufacturing plants May encounter occasional stressful situations Work may include responding to critical customer driven situations which may result in working some weekends, holidays, and after normal business hours ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrating the installation of equipment on the customer's jobsite, usually a power substation. This can vary from hands-on demonstrations to classroom presentations. Working on an aerial lift while following all company safety guidelines. Troubleshooting installation or maintenance issues over the phone. Traveling to the customer's jobsite and maintaining accurate records of expenses. Creating reports detailing the work performed at each jobsite. Communicating back to the engineering team on potential product improvements based on field feedback. When not supporting the installation of Royal products, this individual works closely with the product development department as a lab technician. Building engineering prototypes from sketch drawings or 3d models. Performing mechanical or electrical tests on equipment under the direction of an engineer. QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES: High School diploma or GED, a technical degree or some technical school is preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience as a Field Service Technician. Must possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to rent a vehicle on an as-needed basis. Must have the ability to pass a federal background check to work on a military base and/or government station. Must achieve OSHA 30 certification prior to being in the field. Substation construction or electric utility experience is a big plus. Fabrication experience - welding, machining, and general familiarity with fabrication tools. Work regular shifts to include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as assigned. May be subject to callback or on call and/or emergency shifts. Must be a proven problem solver and have the ability to read and interpret technical drawings. Must be a mechanically inclined individual possessing general manual dexterity to operate computer, equipment, tools, controls, or other objects; reach with hands and arms. Must have excellent communications skills including Active Listening, Critical Thinking, and Speaking (both internal and external customers). Must possess excellent reading comprehension skills and be able to follow written and oral instructions precisely. Must be a continual learner and possess mental acuity for attention to accuracy and detail. Must maintain clear and accurate records at all times. Must see in the normal visual range with or without correction. Must hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.

Responsibilities

The technician travels to customer sites to train others on switch installation and troubleshoot maintenance issues. When not traveling, they serve as a lab technician building engineering prototypes and executing test plans.