Responsibilities / Tasks
GEA is one of the world's largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 50 countries contribute significantly to GEA's success - come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams, and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.
As a Field Service Technician, you will be tasked to evaluate, troubleshoot and repair the GEA Mechanical Equipment at various customer sites and various industries located in the Mid-West Territory.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Troubleshoot, install and repair GEA equipment at customer site.
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Basic PLC parameter entry
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Perform service and properly fill out and submit reports and related documents.
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Investigate problems, make repair recommendations and perform equipment upgrades.
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Perform in house repair and testing of equipment as needed.
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Perform preventative maintenance services.
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Work the necessary hours, including reasonable overtime as required, to satisfy the customer and/or complete the task.
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Follow up with customers and affiliates as required.
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Perform the required research needed to provide the customers with the correct parts, diagrams, documents, etc.
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Travel up to 80%
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Contributes to team effort by completing all tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Your Profile / Qualifications
- Trade School or High School Diploma.
- Degree preferred
- 3+ years relevant experience preferred
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Be able to read and assess mechanical diagrams and identify parts.
- Computer literate
- Familiarity with GMP requirements
- Positive work ethic and enthusiasm
- Possess or be able to obtain a valid passport.
- Demonstrate ability to coordinate teamwork
- Must have strong communication skills
- Valid driver's license is required
- May be required to work on-call and extended hours which may include weekends and holidays
- Must be able to travel across Canada, United-States and overseas, as required.
- Up to 80 - 90% travel.
GEA offers competitive pay and great benefits.
- 11 Paid Holidays
- PTO - Paid Time Off
- Medical Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings and Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401k with excellent employer match
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Employee Assistance Program
GEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
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